Legal Counsel July 2026 - Dajo Energy Hiring Lagos | Better

Legal Counsel

Dajo Energy

Job Type

Full Time

Location

Lagos

Experience

Entry Level

Salary

Negotiable

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Additional Details

Application Deadline

19 February 2026, 11:59 AM WAT (Expired)

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Job Description

We are on a transformative journey and seeking to hire a young professional to join our diverse team as a Legal Counsel. In this role, you will work closely with the Head of Legal and other professionals and collaborate with other departments across the Group to support the day-to-day planning and delivery of projects using best practices.

This role will afford you satisfactory growth as a Legal Counsel through exposure to several oil and gas, renewable energy and maritime transactions. The Head of Legal and other seasoned professionals will provide guidance and direction on the day-to-day support this role will contribute to our projects/operations.


 

Job Responsibilities:

As a Legal Counsel, you will be responsible for:

· Conducting legal research and providing insightful briefs.

· Drafting and review of legal documents and correspondences

· Corporate governance and legal advisory on corporate and company restructuring.

· Drafting, reviewing and negotiating Energy and Maritime-related Contracts.

· Advisory on Regulatory Compliance across Oil & Gas, power and Maritime Sectors.

· Review of Court processes and liaising with external counsels on any dispute resolution

· Performing other duties that the Head of Legal may assign.


 

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Requirements

What are we looking for?

· Bachelor's degree in law and a call to bar Certificate from Nigerian Law School.

· 4-6 years post call experience in corporate and commercial law, oil & gas and/or Maritime Projects/Operations is desired.

· An understanding of oil and gas bids and tender processes

· A strong understanding on corporate governance and regulatory compliancd.

· Prior experiences in JVs, Mergers, acquisitions, SPVs, PPP will be an added advantage

· Proficiency in using MS Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other contract or EDMS tools are required

· Time management and communication (written & oral) skills.

· High analytical, proactive, attention-to-details and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to work independently and effectively in a team.

 

Benefits:

· Competitive Salary commensurate with experience.

· Premium health insurance packages.

· Collaborative and inclusive work environment

· Professional development and growth opportunities.


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Looking for a Full Time Legal Counsel position in Lagos? Dajo Energy is currently hiring. This role falls under Legal and applications close on February 19, 2026. Explore more Legal jobs in Nigeria on TRThrive and take the next step in your legal career.

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