Senior Legal Counsel, Operations, Technology & Projects

8–11 years of experience in commercial law, with a focus on technology and complex contract negotiations.

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and a Qualifying Certificate from the Nigerian Law School.

Demonstrated success in leading corporate finance and M&A transactions.

A deep understanding of the fintech or banking regulatory landscape.

Mastery in drafting documents that are clear, simple, and legally robust.

Lead the Deal: Drive the drafting, negotiation, and execution of complex commercial agreements, from SaaS and licensing to payment partnerships.

Master the Details: Provide clear, jargon-free legal guidance on contractual risk and liability. You explain the "why" behind the "what."

Build for Scale: Create and maintain contract templates and playbooks that make our legal processes efficient and consistent across the globe.

Protect our IP: Advise on intellectual property, licensing structures, and data protection to ensure Moniepoint’s innovations stay ours.

Drive Growth: Lead legal support for corporate finance, including debt and equity financing, and manage the legal lifecycle of M&A and investment deals.

Partner with Experts: Collaborate with finance, strategy, and external advisors to ensure our transactions are executed with precision.

Operational Excellence: Monitor our contractual health, ensuring we meet our obligations and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.