Corporate/Commercial Associate

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Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognized institution.
Barrister-at-Law (B.L.) qualification and admission to the Nigerian Bar.
Minimum of 3-7 years post-call experience in corporate/commercial practice within reputable law firms.
Exposure to commercial transactions, regulatory advisory, corporate governance, and contract drafting is required.

Corporate & Commercial Advisory

Provide legal support and advisory services on corporate and commercial transactions.
Advise clients on business structuring, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance matters.
Support clients with company secretarial and post-incorporation compliance requirements where applicable.
Conduct legal research and prepare advisory memoranda on corporate and commercial law issues.

Drafting & Documentation

Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements and transactional documents including:

∙Service agreements

∙Joint venture agreements

∙Shareholders’ agreements

∙Non-disclosure agreements

∙Employment-related agreements

∙Vendor and procurement agreements

∙Partnership agreements

Transaction Support

Assist with mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, investment transactions, and due diligence exercises.
Conduct legal due diligence reviews and prepare due diligence reports.
Support transaction closings, filings, and regulatory submissions.

Regulatory Compliance

Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting clients and the firm’s practice areas.
Assist clients with regulatory filings, permits, approvals, and compliance obligations.
Provide support on interactions with regulatory agencies and governmental authorities.

Client Relationship Management

Maintain effective communication with clients regarding ongoing transactions and advisory matters.
Attend client meetings, negotiations, and strategy sessions where required.
Support client relationship management and business development initiatives.

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