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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.

About the Global Lawyers Fellowship Programme (GLFP) 2026The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) is proud to announce the opening of applications for the prestigious Global Lawyers Fellowship Programme (GLFP) 2026. This highly competitive fellowship is meticulously designed to empower eligible NBA members with unparalleled international exposure, advanced legal training, and professional development opportunities in diverse global settings.The GLFP aims to cultivate a new generation of globally-minded legal professionals capable of addressing complex transnational legal challenges. Fellows will gain invaluable experience working with leading international organizations, reputable law firms, or esteemed academic institutions overseas. This programme offers a unique opportunity to enhance expertise, expand professional networks, and contribute significantly to the advancement of legal practice both internationally and within Nigeria.This fellowship represents a significant investment in the future of Nigerian legal talent, offering a clear pathway for career acceleration and leadership development on the global stage.

The Plenipotent Company is recruiting an Entrepreneurial Legal Associate for its Talent Development & Business Incubation Programme. This two-year programme is designed for lawyers who want to build expertise in corporate and commercial law while developing the entrepreneurial skills needed to establish a successful, technology-enabled legal practice.Participants will receive structured training, hands-on legal experience, business incubation, mentorship, and long-term career support.Key ResponsibilitiesCorporate & Commercial PracticeConduct legal research on corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters.Draft and review commercial agreements, including NDAs, Service Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements, and Shareholders' Agreements.Prepare legal opinions and advisory memoranda.Support corporate restructuring and capital-raising transactions.Property & Real EstateDraft and review real estate documentation, including Deeds of Assignment and Lease Agreements.Conduct property due diligence and verification.Prepare and process perfection documents.Corporate Governance & ComplianceDraft board resolutions, minutes, and other corporate documentation.Support regulatory compliance and statutory filings.Assist in developing governance frameworks and internal corporate policies.Client Advisory & Business DevelopmentInterface with clients and regulatory agencies.Participate in client meetings and transaction discussions.Support business development initiatives.Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing and continuous learning activities. 

NYSC Associate (Legal & Administrative Support)Are you currently serving under the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic professional environment? We’d love to have you join our team!Responsibilities:Provide administrative support.Assist with legal research and documentation.Prepare and organize files and records.Attend to other tasks as assigned. What You’ll Gain: Practical work experience. Mentorship and professional development.Exposure to legal and corporate practice.A supportive and growth-oriented work environment. 

Moniepoint is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel (Company Secretariat) to provide company secretarial, corporate governance, legal advisory, regulatory, and litigation support to the company and its affiliates.The role is particularly suited to a lawyer with experience supporting a CBN-regulated financial institution, alongside strong corporate governance and commercial legal experience.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide company secretarial services to Moniepoint and its affiliates.Coordinate Board, shareholder, AGM, and Board Committee meetings, including notices, agendas, board packs, minutes, and resolutions.Maintain statutory books, corporate records, incorporation documents, and legal files.Ensure timely filing of regulatory returns with the CAC, SEC, CBN, and other relevant regulatory bodies.Track regulatory filing deadlines and maintain compliance.Prepare and file documentation relating to changes in directors, shareholding, board membership, allotment of shares, and registered office details.Advise on corporate governance practices and compliance with applicable governance codes.Draft, review, and negotiate legal, commercial, and technology agreements.Provide legal opinions and advice on corporate, civil, regulatory, and potential litigation matters.Initiate and oversee legal proceedings with the support of external counsel.Liaise with external counsel, law enforcement agencies, and regulatory authorities.Support the development and review of laws, regulations, and internal company policies.Provide timely legal advice and recommendations to Management.Support the Head of Legal with other assigned responsibilities.

Job DescriptionsSupport the Legal Affairs & Compliance Division in the day-to-day management of legal matters within CAF, with a particular focus on commercial legal support, contracts, intellectual property and legal advisory support to operational divisions, while escalating sensitive, strategic or high-risk matters to the Head of Legal Affairs and the Director of Legal Affairs & Compliance.Support the Head of Legal Affairs in the provision of day-to-day legal services to CAF divisions, ensuring timely, accurate and practical legal support.Draft, review and revise commercial contracts and legal documents, including service agreements, consultancy agreements, NDAs, sponsorship-related agreements, marketing arrangements, media-related documents, and other routine legal instruments.Support legal work related to CAF’s commercial and business operations, including sponsorship, commercial partnerships, rights exploitation and related contractual matters.Assist with intellectual property matters, including protection, use and review of rights relating to CAF competitions, brands, content and commercial assets.Conduct legal research and prepare legal notes, summaries, opinions and first drafts on commercial, intellectual property, regulatory, governance and institutional matters.Support the preparation, review and updating of CAF regulations, internal legal guidelines, templates and related documents under supervision.Assist in the coordination and follow-up of disputes, litigation and arbitration matters, including document collection, deadline tracking, liaison with external counsel and preparation of case summaries, where required.Support internal legal review of projects and transactions involving CAF divisions, especially Commercial, Competitions, Finance, Communications and other business-facing functions, escalating issues requiring management decisions or strategic guidance.Maintain proper filing, archiving and traceability of legal documents and legal matters in both electronic and physical format.Contribute to the monitoring of legal deadlines, contractual obligations and pending action points across assigned files.Carry out any other legal tasks assigned by the Head of Legal Affairs or the Director of Legal Affairs & Compliance.

The Legal Officer will provide legal leadership and support to the College, advising Management and the Governing Council on legal, regulatory and institutional matters. The role also involves litigation, contract review, regulatory compliance and liaison with external counsel and government agencies.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide legal advice to Management and the Governing Council.Represent the College in litigation and other legal proceedings.Draft, review and vet contracts, agreements, MOUs and other legal documents.Advise on the legal implications of policies, contracts and institutional decisions.Provide guidance on procurement, contractual and regulatory matters.Liaise with external counsel and regulatory agencies.Support the College on legal and institutional compliance matters. 

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.

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.

Clickwyse Services Limited is at the forefront of developing one of the region's most significant downstream energy assets – a state-of-the-art refinery currently under construction and licensing in Abia. This monumental project demands visionary leadership and robust expertise across all functions, particularly in legal, regulatory, and corporate governance matters.We are seeking an exceptional and highly experienced Head - Legal, Regulatory Affairs & Company Secretary to join our executive leadership team. This pivotal role will be instrumental in establishing, implementing, and overseeing the entire legal, compliance, and corporate governance framework for our new refinery project. The successful candidate will ensure adherence to all local and international laws, regulations, and best practices from the project's inception through to operational readiness, safeguarding the company's interests and facilitating its strategic objectives.Given the current project phase (construction and licensing), the ability to work remotely initially will be a significant advantage, offering flexibility while contributing to a project of national and regional importance.

Job DescriptionsInvestors / ShareholdersVendors / Service ProvidersBrokers / Investment Partners.Plan, schedule, and execute board and committee meetings, including AGM, preparing agendas, board packs, and briefing notes.Record and circulate accurate minutes capturing key decisions, action items, and follow-ups.Maintain statutory books, registers, and ensure timely filings with CAC and other regulators.Advise the board on governance, directors’ duties, conflicts of interest, and ethical standards.Implement governance frameworks, policies, and evaluation processes.Act as liaison between board, management, and shareholders to ensure seamless communication.Facilitate investor interactions while ensuring compliance with regulatory and legal obligations.Respond to investor queries, provide clarifications, and prepare reports in line with legal requirements.Monitor regulatory changes and advise management and stakeholders on actions.Communicate investment and operational risks to investors when required.Draft, review, and negotiate contracts including investment, partnership, and service agreements.Manage litigation portfolio and coordinate with external counsel.Advise on corporate, commercial, intellectual property, employment, and sector-specific legal matters.Maintain an efficient contract and IP management system.Oversee external counsel and ensure cost-effective, high-quality legal services.Develop and implement policies reflecting emerging legal risks and regulatory requirements.Ensure adherence to SEC, CBN, and other relevant regulatory requirements.Implement AML/CFT, KYC, anti-bribery, and insider trading compliance frameworks.Conduct audits, monitoring, and risk assessments to identify compliance gaps.Deliver compliance training programs for staff and management.Serve as primary contact for regulators and manage regulatory reviews and inspections.Review and update compliance policies to align with regulatory evolution.

PZ Cussons is seeking an experienced Legal Manager – Company Secretarial & Commercial to provide legal, governance, and commercial advisory support across its African operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting Board activities, advising on strategic business transactions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and helping the business make sound commercial decisions while effectively managing legal risk.This role is ideal for legal professionals with strong experience in corporate commercial law, company secretarial practice, and corporate governance who are looking to make a strategic impact within a multinational FMCG company.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport effective Board and Committee operations to strengthen corporate governance.Provide practical legal advice that enables commercial teams to pursue business opportunities while managing legal risks.Support major business initiatives, including financing arrangements, restructurings, and strategic commercial projects.Build and maintain strong relationships with regulators, advisers, shareholders, and internal stakeholders.Monitor legal and regulatory developments and recommend practical actions to ensure compliance.Coach and develop members of the legal team while driving continuous improvement across the legal function.