Head of Legal July 2026 - IU Advisory Services Hiring Lagos

Head of Legal

IU Advisory Services

Job Type

Full Time

Location

Lagos

Experience

Executive Level

Salary

Negotiable

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Additional Details

Application Deadline

4 May 2026, 11:59 PM WAT (Expired)

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Phone

08063444835

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Job Description

Job Description

  • Custodian of documents, registers & governance policies
  • Ensure compliance with local & international maritime laws
  • Monitor legislative changes; advise management
  • Develop a comprehensive legal risk framework
  • Manage all litigation, arbitration & disputes while coordinating with external counsel & regulators
  • Expert advice to Board & Exec Chairman on corporate, commercial, maritime, labour & environmental law
  • Foster relationships with regulators, maritime authorities & host communities
  • Oversee drafting & review of all contracts
  • Implement a company-wide contract management system & archive

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Requirements

Requirements

  • 15 – 20 years post-call experience (5 years at Senior level)
  • Proven Board advisory & Corporate Governance experience
  • Demonstrable experience with Legal Risk Management
  • Proven Board-level engagement experience
  • Demonstrated leadership experience with ability to manage teams and drive outcomes
  • Background from reputable organisations in oil & gas, marine services, high finance, manufacturing, or FMCG sectors
  • Proven ability to build and lead an in-house legal function from the ground up
  • Cross-regional or international exposure is an added advantage (organisation operates in Nigeria & looking to expand into other African countries)
  • Deep knowledge of oil & gas/maritime industry with network of contacts with NIWA/NIMASA e.t.c

 

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Looking for a Full Time Head of Legal position in Lagos? IU Advisory Services is currently hiring. This role falls under Legal and applications close on May 4, 2026. Explore more Legal jobs in Nigeria on TRThrive and take the next step in your legal career.

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