Legal Officer

Job Description

• Monitor legal risk in real estate documentation and advise clients accordingly.
• Develop and inspect land surveying projects.
• Advise the company on title issues and environmental and insurance issues.
• Represent their company in court, participate in trials and hearings, file appeals, and draft documents and legal pleadings.
• Ensure that appropriate approvals are in place before real estate transactions are executed.
• The Legal Officer will be responsible for providing sound legal advice, managing property documentation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and protecting the company’s legal interests in all transactions and corporate activities.
• Draft, review, and vet land sale agreements, contracts, MOUs, and other legal documents.
• Conduct due diligence on property titles and land documentation.
• Manage property perfection processes including Governor’s Consent, Deed of Assignment, and related documentation.
• Provide legal guidance on real estate transactions and dispute resolution matters.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, government agencies, and external solicitors.
• Handle litigation matters and represent the company where necessary.
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian property and corporate laws.
• Provide internal legal advisory support to management and departments.