Legal Counsel

Requirements:

Education: University Degree(s) in Law. Others: Completion of professional training by the Nigerian Law School and call to Bar.

Experience:

• 4 to 6 years post call experience with at least the least 3 years in financial service or fintech industry or a reputable commercial law firm.
  
• Thorough understanding of basic legal principles; good knowledge of Law of Contract, Company Law Practice; Legal Drafting etc.
  

• Draft and/or review all contracts involving the Company to ensure that the terms are acceptable and favorable to the Company.
  
• Ensure that proper custody is kept of all business instruments and executed contracts involving the Company.
  
• Relating with and assisting external solicitors in handling matters for the company
  
• Relating with the regulatory authorities and filing returns where necessary
  
• Ensuring legal and other regulatory compliance
  
• Legal advisory services