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31 December 2025, 11:59 AM WAT (Expired)
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Job Description
Job Summary
- The In-House Legal Counsel will be expected to provide legal guidance ensure legal compliance across our business units, managing contracts, mitigating risks, and supporting business operations.
Job Responsibilities
- Represent company’s clients in court proceedings, if necessary
- Provide legal advice on company operations, contracts, policies, and regulatory compliance.
- Advise on compliance matters and ensure the corporation operates within the law
- Monitor and develop compliance policies and procedures.
- Draft, review, and negotiate several contracts, including partnership agreements, and service agreements.
- Conduct legal research and analysis on various corporate legal issues
- Work closely with management to provide legal advice and risk analysis on business strategies and initiatives
- Manage the contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance with terms and deadlines
- Identify and assess potential legal risks, developing mitigation strategies.
- Advise on insurance coverage and claims.
- Draft and review student enrollment agreements and partner contracts.
- Advise on accreditation, licensing, and educational compliance.
- Advise on employee contracts, policies, and HR compliance.
- Assist with work visa applications and ensure immigration law compliance.
- Support corporate governance, including board meetings and regulatory filings.
Requirements
Requirements, Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B) and admission to the Nigerian Bar or relevant jurisdiction.
- 1-2 years of experience as an in-house legal counsel or in a corporate law firm.
- Strong knowledge of contract law, corporate law, intellectual property, and employment law.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
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