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Job DescriptionsDevelop, implement, and continuously enhance the Company's compliance framework, policies, and control systems.Ensure all business processes and transactions comply with regulatory guidelines and internal policies.Support corporate governance structures, including board reporting, statutory filings, and policy oversight.Monitor regulatory changes and ensure timely communication and implementation across the Company.Serve as primary interface with regulatory bodies, auditors, and external legal advisers.Oversee timely and accurate regulatory filings to prevent penalties and maintain compliance standing.Conduct ongoing compliance risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies.Implement risk-based internal controls and compliance testing mechanisms.Lead investigations of compliance breaches and recommend corrective actions.Oversee periodic compliance audits and reviews across subsidiaries and business units.Ensure effective documentation, custodianship, and record‑keeping of compliance activities.Review and approve compliance-related documentation, processes, and workflows.Develop and deliver compliance training for employees on regulations such as AML, anti‑bribery, data protection, and financial crime.Promote a culture of integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct throughout the Company.Oversee the monitoring, detection, investigation, and reporting of suspicious and fraudulent transactionsEnsure effective transaction monitoring and fraud detection controls are implemented and maintainedReview fraud alerts, escalation reports, and investigation outcomesCoordinate timely filing of Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and other regulatory reportsLiaise with regulators, law enforcement agencies, and financial intelligence units on fraud-related matters

About the OrganizationAfrican Reinsurance Corporation (Africa Re) is Africa's leading pan-African reinsurance company, established in 1976 and headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. It operates across more than 40 African countries and plays a major role in the continent's insurance and reinsurance industry. Job SummaryAfrica Re is seeking a Corporate Secretariat Officer to support the Corporate Secretariat function by ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, coordinating board and committee activities, maintaining corporate records, and promoting sound corporate governance practices. Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate Board and Committee meetings.Prepare and distribute meeting notices and agenda.Draft and maintain minutes and corporate records.Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance.Support corporate governance initiatives.Maintain statutory registers and company records.Liaise with regulatory authorities where necessary.Provide administrative support to the Corporate Secretariat.

Job DescriptionsDevelop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance frameworks in line with the Securities and Exchange Commission and other regulatory requirements, ensuring all activities align with industry regulations, policies, and ethical standards.Oversee the preparation, submission, and accuracy of all regulatory filings while ensuring timely submissions.Monitor and manage compliance risks, developing strategic solutions to mitigate regulatory exposures.Serve as the primary liaison for regulatory bodies, including facilitating the Securities and Exchange Commission inspections, audits, and maintaining cordial relationships with regulators such as the Financial Reporting Council, and others.Provide legal advisory support to ensure compliance with fund management agreements, client mandates, and industry best practices.Conduct internal compliance training to foster a culture of accountability, awareness, and adherence to statutory regulations.Coordinate the drafting, periodic reviews, and updates of compliance-related policies such as the Compliance Manual, Anti-Money Laundering policies, and Complaint Management Policy.Conduct regulatory watch, review proposed laws and regulations, and advise on their impact on the Group’s operations.Facilitate the registration and maintenance of an adequate number of SEC Sponsored Individuals for each company in the Group.Proactively address and resolve identified regulatory breaches or infractions to ensure zero penalties or infractions.Plan and coordinate periodic compliance audits and training sessions as required by law.Assist in drafting, reviewing, and vetting legal and commercial documentation, providing legal support across all units.Prepare compliance reports and circulate updates on relevant regulatory changes to all units.Ensure compliance with Know Your Customer (KYC) policies and manage customer complaints in adherence to SEC Rules on Complaint Management.Act as a trusted advisor, offering business advisory services on day-to-day compliance matters and supporting management on strategic fund governance decisions.

Join a Team That is Shaping the Future of Law.Perchstone & Graeys is growing, and we are inviting applications from exceptional Senior Lawyers (7+ years PQE) to join our team across:LitigationCorporate & CommercialEnergyFinanceIf you are ready to take on complex, high-impact work in a collaborative and excellence-driven environment, we would like to hear from you.

Injustice Is Real (IIR) is a dynamic initiative advocating for Nigerians facing human rights violations both at home and in the diaspora. We amplify the voices of victims, champion their rights, and shine a light on injustice to drive meaningful change.Our work includes supporting cases of wrongful convictions, assisting with appeals, and working alongside legal professionals to challenge injustice and secure fair outcomes.We are looking for enthusiastic and committed Paralegals and Junior Lawyers who are eager to develop their legal skills while contributing to meaningful public interest work. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical litigation and case management experience while working alongside experienced legal practitioners. You will support appeals, legal research, case preparation, and strategic litigation projects that directly improve access to justice. Selected projects may involve collaboration with leading international law firms and justice-sector partners. Job DescriptionsConduct legal research and case analysis.Assist with evidence gathering and document management.Draft legal documents, correspondence, and case summaries.Support preparation of court processes, appeals, and legal filings.Assist with case management and legal administration.Collaborate with senior lawyers and legal volunteers on selected legal projects.Support legal clinics and other public interest initiatives where required.

Job DescriptionsDraft, review, and proofread corporate agreements, NDAs, service contracts, employment agreements, and other legal documentation.Maintain corporate records, statutory registers, legal filings, and manage execution and repository systems for all contracts.Assist with licensing applications, regulatory filings, and ongoing correspondence with regulatory bodies; monitor legal obligations and renewal timelines.Conduct targeted research on corporate, fintech, payments, employment, and commercial law trends and updates.Assist with dispute resolution, debt recovery, and litigation support while liaising with external solicitors and government agencies when required.Execute legal and administrative tasks as assigned by the Head of Legal or Executive Management.

About the RoleReliance Health is looking for a Manager, Legal and Compliance Services to oversee legal and compliance operations across its markets in Nigeria, Egypt, Senegal, and Côte d'Ivoire. The role involves providing legal guidance, managing regulatory compliance, reviewing commercial contracts, and supporting business growth while ensuring compliance with applicable laws.Key ResponsibilitiesAdvise internal teams on legal and compliance matters.Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts.Manage regulatory filings and relationships with regulators.Monitor legal and regulatory developments.Develop internal compliance policies and processes.Conduct legal risk assessments and support investigations.Coordinate external counsel and board governance activities.

Job DescriptionsHandle litigation matters from commencement through conclusion with minimal supervision.Draft high-quality legal documents, including pleadings, motions, affidavits, written addresses, legal opinions, agreements, and other legal correspondence.Conduct comprehensive legal research and provide well-reasoned legal advice based on current laws and judicial precedents.Represent clients independently before courts and other judicial or quasi-judicial bodies when required.Review case files, identify legal issues, and develop effective litigation strategies.Stay abreast of current decisions of superior courts, legislative developments, and regulatory changes.Collaborate with colleagues to ensure efficient case management and excellent client service.Maintain professional ethics, confidentiality, and compliance with all applicable legal standards.

Job DescriptionsDevelop, implement, and manage comprehensive legal and compliance frameworks tailored to the FinTech and digital asset industry in Africa.Monitor and interpret relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards, advising internal stakeholders on potential impacts and necessary adjustments.Ensure Divest's products, services, and operations comply with all applicable local and international regulations (e.g., AML, KYC, data privacy).Manage regulatory filings, licensing, and reporting requirements.Provide legal counsel and guidance on business initiatives, product development, and operational matters.Conduct internal compliance training and foster a culture of regulatory adherence across the organization.Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies and external legal counsel.Identify and mitigate legal and compliance risks associated with Divest's operations and expansion.

Job DescriptionsThe Legal Officer will provide legal and regulatory support across the organization, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, internal policies, and industry regulations.The role involves drafting and reviewing legal documents, managing contracts, advising internal stakeholders, supporting corporate governance activities, managing legal aspects of debt recovery, and mitigating legal risks.The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, commercially minded, and capable of working effectively in a fast-paced environment.Draft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.Provide legal advice and support on operational, commercial, employment, regulatory, and corporate governance matters.Ensure organizational compliance with applicable laws, regulations, statutory requirements, and internal policies.Support corporate governance activities, regulatory filings, and statutory compliance.Monitor changes in legislation and advise management on legal implications and business impact.Identify legal risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.Support dispute resolution, litigation management, and coordinate with external counsel where necessary.Maintain accurate legal records, contracts, company filings, and documentation.Assist with policy development, review, implementation, and legal awareness initiatives across the organization.Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions, reports, memoranda, and other advisory documents.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure legal considerations are integrated into business operations.Develop, review, negotiate, and monitor Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with customers, vendors, and strategic partners.Provide legal oversight for debt management and recovery, including drafting demand notices, negotiating settlements, and supporting recovery actions.Lead legal resolution of long-outstanding and overdue debts while ensuring compliance with applicable debt recovery laws and regulations.Review and improve debt collection, recovery, and escalation processes to optimize efficiency, reduce legal risk, and improve recoveries.Partner with Finance, Collections, and Operations teams to resolve payment disputes, enforce contractual obligations, and strengthen credit control processes. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Timely review and turnaround of contracts, legal documents, and SLAs.Compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements.Effective identification and mitigation of legal and compliance risks.Recovery rate and resolution of overdue and disputed debts.Timely resolution of legal disputes and debt recovery matters.Accuracy and completeness of legal documentation, filings, and contract records.Responsiveness to internal legal support requests and stakeholder satisfaction.Continuous improvement of legal, collections, and contract management processes.

Job DescriptionsAssist with administrative aspects of legal, compliance and corporate affairs activities, including document preparation, filing and record management.Maintain organised physical and electronic filing systems for contracts, corporate records, regulatory filings and other departmental documentation.Track legal and compliance tasks, deadlines, contract renewals, filings and deliverables.Support contract administration processes, including document circulation, execution tracking and record maintenance.Assist with legal research, data gathering and preparation of routine reports, presentations and correspondence as assigned.Coordinate engagements with external counsel, consultants and service providers, including processing and tracking invoices and supporting documentation.Support ethics, compliance and corporate governance initiatives, including training logistics, record keeping and reporting activities.Schedule and coordinate departmental meetings and maintain records of key action items where required.Assist with preparing presentations, reports and other materials required by the CLAO.Any other assigned duties.Provide administrative support in relation to HR processes and initiatives as directed by the CLAO.Maintain HR-related records, trackers and documentation in accordance with applicable confidentiality requirements.Coordinate logistics relating to onboarding, offboarding, training programmes and employee engagement initiatives.Assist with preparation, filing and distribution of HR documentation as directed.Schedule interviews, employee meetings, training sessions and other HR-related activities.Support the preparation of HR reports, presentations and departmental updates.Maintain strict confidentiality regarding employee and company information.Manage departmental calendars, meeting schedules and logistical arrangements.Arrange travel, accommodation, meeting venues and event logistics as required.Coordinate internal and external communications on behalf of the CLAO as directed.Prepare meeting materials, agendas, presentations and supporting documentation.Track departmental action items, deliverables and follow-up activities.Maintain departmental databases, contact lists and records.Coordinate procurement requests, vendor engagements and invoice processing for the department.Assist with scanning, filing, document archiving and general office administration.Provide administrative support required for the efficient operation of the Legal, Compliance, Corporate Affairs and Human Resources functions.Perform any other reasonable administrative or coordination duties assigned by the Chief Legal and Coporate Officer (CLAO) from time to time.

Job Description Dunn & Braxton is a leading professional services firm that provides bespoke solutions across various sectors. We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Company Secretary, Head of Legal and Compliance to join our executive team. This pivotal role will be responsible for overseeing all legal, governance, and compliance matters for the firm and its clients. Key Responsibilities:Provide expert legal advice and guidance to the board and senior management.Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and corporate governance best practices.Manage the company's legal affairs, including contracts, litigation, and intellectual property.Oversee the company secretarial function, including board meetings, resolutions, and statutory filings.Develop and implement robust compliance frameworks and policies.Liaise with external legal counsel, regulators, and other stakeholders.Lead and mentor the legal and compliance team.