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Job DescriptionsProvide legal advice and support to internal stakeholders on commercial, operational, and regulatory matters.Support the Head of Legal & Compliance in assessing legal risks and developing appropriate mitigation strategies.Conduct legal research and provide updates on relevant legislative, regulatory, and industry developments.Support the interpretation and application of laws, regulations, contractual obligations, and business requirements.Provide legal guidance on day-to-day business activities and operational matters.Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including service agreements, subcontract agreements, consultancy agreements, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), memoranda of understanding (MOUs), and other contractual documents.Review contractual terms to identify legal, commercial, and operational risks.Support contract negotiations with clients, contractors, vendors, partners, and other stakeholders.Assist in managing the contract lifecycle, from drafting and review through execution and closeout.Maintain accurate records of legal agreements and contractual documentation.Support the implementation of contract management processes and controls.

Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and talented Associate to join our dynamic team in Victoria Island, Lagos. This is an exceptional opportunity for a junior legal professional to contribute to high-impact projects and transactions across various sectors. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced lawyers, gaining invaluable exposure to complex legal challenges at the intersection of law, business, and policy across Nigeria and the African continent.As an Associate, you will be instrumental in supporting our senior legal team, conducting thorough legal research, drafting critical legal documents, and assisting in the provision of comprehensive legal advice to our esteemed clients. This role offers significant professional growth and the chance to develop expertise across our diverse practice areas.

Job DescriptionsProviding strategic legal counsel and advisory services on all corporate, commercial, and real estate transactions.Ensuring strict adherence to regulatory compliance standards and robust corporate governance frameworks.Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a diverse range of legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and land documentation.Conducting thorough due diligence, land title verification, and risk assessments for proposed investments and developments.Developing and implementing effective legal risk management strategies and advising on dispute resolution.Managing relationships with external legal counsel, regulatory bodies, and other key stakeholders.

Job DescriptionsDraft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents involving the Principal and third parties.Ensure that agreements adequately protect the Principal’s interests, rights, assets, and obligations.Identify unfavourable clauses, potential liabilities, and contractual risks, and recommend appropriate amendments before executing agreements.Advise the Principal on the legal implications of proposed transactions, partnerships, investments, and contractual commitments.Monitor contractual obligations, renewal dates, termination provisions, and compliance requirements.Liaise with external lawyers, law firms, and other relevant parties where necessary.Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks relating to the Principal’s personal affairs, business interests, investments, properties, and professional engagements.Advise on measures to prevent disputes, financial losses, contractual breaches, fraud, and unnecessary legal exposure.Provide legal guidance on significant decisions and transactions before commitments are made.Develop appropriate legal safeguards to protect the Principal’s interests.Advise on dispute resolution, settlement negotiations, and litigation where necessary.Monitor relevant legal developments that may affect the Principal’s interests.Advise on the preparation, review, and execution of wills and other estate-planning documents.Guide the establishment and administration of trusts, where applicable.Advise on succession planning, inheritance arrangements, asset distribution, and wealth preservation.Review arrangements involving executors, trustees, beneficiaries, and powers of attorney.Identify potential legal and cross-border succession issues and coordinate with relevant specialists.Ensure that estate-planning documents are properly maintained and updated when necessary.

Job DescriptionsDraft, review and advise on commercial agreements: Non-Disclosure Agreements, Service Level Agreements, Partnership Agreements, Vendor Agreements, and other contracts.Keep a contract register and template library, and track renewals, obligations and key dates.Flag legal and regulatory risks in Agreements and escalate non-standard terms to the Legal and Compliance Manager and Management.Oversee all Agreements and policies drafted internally, including those prepared by other teams, to check that they are legally sound, consistent and approved before use.Review employee-facing documents with HR: employment contracts, the employee handbook, code of conduct, HR and workplace policies, and keep them aligned with Nigerian labour and data protection law.Maintain a policy and agreement library with version control, owners and review dates.Monitor regulatory changes in the markets the company operates in and write short briefings on what they mean for the business.Help prepare regulatory filings, returns, and responses to regulator requests.Draft and update our internal and public-facing Privacy Policies and Data Agreements.Prepare and assist in implementing a legal awareness program.

Job DescriptionsProviding comprehensive legal advice on a broad range of energy sector matters, including regulatory compliance, project development, financing, mergers & acquisitions, and operational issues.Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various commercial agreements pertinent to the energy industry, such as joint venture agreements, power purchase agreements, concession agreements, and service contracts.Conducting in-depth legal research and analysis to support client mandates and internal knowledge development.Representing clients in negotiations and dispute resolution processes related to energy projects.Collaborating with senior lawyers and partners on strategic client engagements and business development initiatives.Staying abreast of legislative changes and industry trends impacting the energy sector in Nigeria and internationally.

Job DescriptionsProviding continuing counsel and guidance on corporate and legal matters including governance, contracts, property, regulations, taxation and labourNegotiating, drafting, reviewing and concluding contracts and other policy documents on behalf of the CompanyAssessing and advising on contract status, legal risks, and the legal liabilities associated with different business transactionsAdvising and ensuring the Company’s standing on legal and regulatory compliance matters, including statutory meetings, filings, training, policies and remittancesKeeping abreast with developments in relevant laws and regulatory policiesConducting legal research for the benefit of and to provide legal solutions for the CompanyResponsible for providing legal protection and services to the Company, its officers and gTalents.

Job DescriptionsManage litigation matters from inception through trial and, where necessary, appeal.Conduct human rights and public interest litigation, including matters involving the enforcement of fundamental rights and access to justice.Handle banking, debt recovery, contractual and other commercial disputes.Draft pleadings, applications, written addresses, legal opinions, and other court processes.Conduct legal research, develop litigation strategies, prepare witnesses and evidence, and present cases in court.Advise clients on litigation risks, available remedies, and dispute resolution strategies.Manage case files, monitor court processes and deadlines, and provide timely reports on the progress of matters.Identify opportunities for strategic litigation and contribute to the firm’s public interest and pro bono initiatives.

Job DescriptionsSupport statutory filings and corporate registry submissions across multiple jurisdictions (UK, Singapore, Bermuda, India, etc.) and prepare required corporate documentationAssist with entity management and corporate administration for a global SPV portfolioDraft board minutes, written resolutions, and maintain statutory registers and corporate recordsConduct KYC/AML onboarding and compliance checks on third partiesPrepare and provide KYC documentation and group structure charts to banks, counterparties, and service providersCoordinate cross‑border incorporations, dissolutions, and corporate changesSupport intragroup restructuringsMaintain departmental trackers, databases, and filing systemsLiaise with banks, auditors, legal counsel, and corporate service providersProvide general administrative, compliance, and CoSec support to the legal team.

Job DescriptionsProvide legal advice on Tanzanian laws relevant to the cement industry, including but not limited to the Companies Act, Environmental Management Act, Employment and Labour Relations Act, and Mining Act.Monitor and ensure compliance with local and regional regulatory requirements.Support the implementation of group-wide compliance initiatives in Tanzania.Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, including supply agreements, service contracts, and MoUs.Maintain a contract database and ensure timely renewals and compliance with contractual obligations.Liaise with regulatory bodies, Tanzania Revenue Authority, and the Business Registration and Licensing Agency (BRELA).Ensure timely filing of statutory returns (where applicable) and maintenance of corporate records.Assist in managing disputes, including labour, commercial, and environmental matters.Coordinate with external counsel and monitor litigation progress.Support board and committee meetings by preparing resolutions, minutes, and compliance reports.Ensure adherence to internal governance frameworks and group policies.Review policies and procedures where required.Collaborate with legal teams across other Pan-African jurisdictions to harmonise legal practices and share best practices.Provide legal support for regional projects and transactions.Perform such other legal tasks as may be assigned.

Job DescriptionsAssist students and faculty in locating and utilizing legal research materials, both print and electronic.Manage and organize the law library's collection, including cataloging, shelving, and inventory.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal databases, research tools, and emerging trends in legal information.Guide legal citation, research methodologies, and ethical use of information.Support the acquisition and processing of new legal resources.Contribute to the development and implementation of library policies and procedures.Participate in library outreach programs and instructional sessions for the Faculty of Law.

Job DescriptionsPrepare, format, review, and maintain legal documents, letters, agreements, contracts, and reports.Assist with legal research and the preparation of legal briefs and summaries under appropriate supervision.Support the preparation and review of employment contracts, service agreements, business proposals, and other corporate documents.Maintain an organised filing system for legal records, contracts, and company documentation.Assist with corporate compliance, regulatory documentation, and statutory filing requirements.Monitor contract renewal dates, deadlines, appointments, and other important legal timelines.Support the legal team in liaising with clients, external solicitors, regulatory bodies, and business partners.Provide administrative support for meetings, correspondence, and legal documentation.Handle confidential company and client information with the highest level of professionalism and integrity.