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Job DescriptionsProvide strategic legal advice to Management and all departments across Smash Technology.Interpret laws, regulations, and policies affecting business operations.Ensure company activities comply with applicable local and international legal frameworks.Develop, implement, and enforce internal compliance policies and frameworks.Monitor regulatory updates and ensure organizational alignment with statutory requirements.Conduct periodic compliance audits and risk assessments.Manage all litigation matters involving the company, including civil, criminal, and regulatory cases.Liaise with external counsel and represent the company’s legal interests where required.Prepare legal documentation, pleadings, and case strategies.Draft, review, and negotiate all contracts, MOUs, vendor agreements, and partnership deals.Ensure all contractual obligations are legally sound and protect company interests.

The lawyer will work closely with a real estate firm, providing legal support on contracts, compliance, and real estate matters.

Job DescriptionsDraft, review, and proofread routine commercial agreements, letters, NDAs, vendor agreements, service agreements, purchase orders, and other operational documents.Assist in tracking contract execution, renewals, expirations, and compliance obligations.Maintain contract databases and filing systems.Liaise with internal departments to obtain information required for contract preparation and review.Assist in coordinating external counsel on litigation, labour matters, debt recovery, and regulatory disputes.Maintain litigation trackers and legal case files.Support preparation of court filings, witness documentation, and legal correspondence.Monitor court dates, filing deadlines, and external counsel deliverables.Support compliance with applicable laws, regulations, permits, licences, and internal policies.Assist with regulatory filings and correspondence with government agencies and regulators.Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the manufacturing sector.Maintain confidentiality of sensitive legal and business information.Prepare periodic legal reports and status updates for the Head of Legal.

We are hiring an Associate

About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal & HR Officer to join our dynamic team in Victoria Island, Lagos. This junior-level role offers an excellent opportunity for a budding legal professional to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced corporate environment, contributing significantly to the legal integrity and operational compliance of our organization. Key Responsibilities Draft, review, and vet a variety of contracts, agreements, and other legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws and internal policies.  Manage and maintain official correspondence and legal documentation. Monitor and ensure the company's adherence to all statutory, regulatory, and internal policy obligations. Coordinate and process expatriate documentation, including CERPAC applications and renewals. Follow up on approvals, renewals, and documentation updates with relevant government agencies. Ensure timely remittance and compliance with government regulations. Oversee and provide legal guidance on employee-related issues, ensuring alignment with company policies and labor laws.

Job DescriptionsMonitor and interpret applicable laws, regulations, and CBN guidelines to ensure full organisational complianceDevelop, implement, and update compliance policies, frameworks, and controlsConduct regular compliance risk assessments across all business unitsOversee AML, KYC, and CFT programmes, ensuring they meet regulatory standardsLiaise with the CBN, NDIC, FIRS, and other regulatory bodies on compliance mattersCoordinate regulatory examinations, prepare responses, and track implementation of findingsProvide compliance training and awareness programmes to staff at all levelsReport compliance status and key risk indicators to the Chief Compliance Officer and executive leadership

A reputable Real Estate company needs a young Lawyer for immediate employment

Job DescriptionsResponsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring adherence to Data Privacy policies, procedures, and controls, including NDPA 2023, CBN regulations, and NDPC directivesEnsures that all obligations are met with respect to lawful processing, purpose limitation, data minimisation, accuracy, storage limitation, integrity, and confidentiality.Maintain and regularly update the Record of Processing Activities (RoPA) and oversee the NDPC Data Protection Compliance Audit.Coordinate and ensure timely, compliant responses to all Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) and other individual rights requests.Manage data subject rights requests- including access, rectification, erasure, restriction, objection, and portability within statutory timelines.Develop and enforce the organisation's Data Protection Policy, Privacy Notice, Cookie Policy, Retention Policy, and all supporting privacy documentation.Conduct and review DPIAs for new products, systems, and vendors.Facilitate the identification and mitigation of Data Protection/Privacy risks and ensure technical measures are in place in collaboration with IT and Risk teams.

Job DescriptionsPublish Articles and Legal Opinions.Conduct legal research, investigation, and issue reports.Attend court proceedings and client meetings with supervising lawyers.Support the team in regulatory filings, contract reviews, and other compliance activities.Maintain organized legal files and documentation.Carry out other tasks as assigned.

Apex Network needs a Legal & Compliance Manager (Web3/Fintech)

Job SummaryWe are expanding our Dispute Resolution practice, and we are looking for a powerhouse Senior Associate (7–10 years PQE) to drive our litigation strategy forward. We are not just looking for a courtroom advocate; we are seeking a technical master of the law.The ideal candidate must possess an exhaustive, hands-on understanding of litigation filing processes and the intricate mechanics of the Nigerian court system.If you have the professional gravitas to lead complex matters from the registry to the final judgment, we want to hear from you. In this senior-tier position, you will take full ownership of case strategies, lead courtroom representation, and serve as a primary liaison for our key clients.

Job DescriptionsPrimary architect of our legal strategy and regulatory compliance framework.Ensure that our Web3 products and cross-border operations remain compliant while supporting aggressive business growth.A rare blend of technical legal expertise and the agility to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.Research and interpret evolving regulations for Fintech and Web3 in Ghana, Kenya, Cameroon, Poland, and the Americas.Lead the application process for necessary financial licenses (IMTO, PSP, VASP, EMI, etc.) in target jurisdictions.Design, implement, and manage robust AML/KYC/CFT policies and internal audit procedures.Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, partnership contracts, and vendor terms.Act as the primary point of contact for regulators, financial intelligence units, and external legal counsel.Proactively identify legal risks in product roadmaps and provide actionable solutions to the Executive team.