Legal & Research Documentation Officer (Documents & Graphics)

Maplecrest Advisory is a consulting firm based in Abuja, providing advisory services in international mobility, business structuring, and settlement planning. As the Nigerian arm of Maplecrest Law (U.S. and Canada), we focus on helping individuals and businesses access global opportunities through professional, non-legal support.

About the Role:

We are recruiting a Legal & Research Documentation Officer to support our internal documentation and research team. This role combines legal-style research, document preparation, formatting, and graphics. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in structured professional environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Research & Writing

• Research policies, regulations, and case precedents.
• Draft summaries, briefing notes, memos, and explanatory letters.
• Prepare internal reports and compliance notes for senior review.

Document Production & Control:

• Draft and format professional documents (letters, agreements, reports).
• Merge and reorganise multiple files (Word, PDF, images).
• Build/update professional TOCs with pagination, cross-references, and hyperlinks.
• Apply advanced MS Word formatting (styles, numbering, headers/footers).
• Perform OCR on scans; ensure accuracy and print-ready quality.
• Maintain file version control and structured digital folders.

Case & Team Support:

• Assist senior team in preparing documentation packages.
• Review files for completeness and accuracy.
• Provide regular task updates; meet strict deadlines.
• Support case analysis with organized notes and references.

Graphics & Layout:

• Create simple professional layouts (letterheads, certificates, forms, flyers).
• Deliver files in print-ready and web-optimized formats.

Compliance & Confidentiality:

• Handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Follow internal SOPs, NDAs, and compliance protocols.

Requirements:

• BA/BSc/HND in Law, Social Sciences, ICT, or related fields.
• 4+ years’ experience in research, documentation, or a structured professional environment.
• Excellent research and writing ability.
• Advanced MS Word skills (styles, TOCs, mail merge, track changes).
• Strong PDF editing skills (combine, OCR, redact, secure).
• Competence in Canva/Corel/Adobe design tools.
• Typing speed of at least 45 WPM with accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills; strict confidentiality.
• Prior exposure to document-heavy environments is an advantage.

Remuneration:

• ₦150,000 – ₦200,000 monthly (based on experience & performance).
• Probation: 3 months.
• Performance review & increment based on delivery and quality.

Core Values:

• Professionalism
• Accuracy
• Speed
• Confidentiality
• Ownership

How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should apply by sending an email to: maplecrestadvisory@gmail.com

Subject Line: Application – Legal & Research Documentation Officer (Jos)

Attach the following:

CV/Resume (PDF).

Portfolio samples:

• 2 formatted Word documents (with TOC).
• 2 merged/optimized PDFs.
• 2 design pieces (flyer, letterhead, or report).
• 1 research summary/briefing note.

Screening (for shortlisted candidates):

• Format a Word document (styles + TOC).
• Merge files into a clean, bookmarked PDF with OCR.
• Draft a 1-page research note.
• Create a simple flyer in Canva.
• Reference checks and NDA signing required before offer.

Step in with confidence, speak with clarity, and let your excellence shine through. We’re rooting for you every step of the way, go make it happen! 🚀 – The Thrive Team