Senior Legal Officer

About the Role

The Nigerian Exploration & Production (ESP) Company is seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Senior Legal Officer to join our dynamic legal team. This pivotal role requires a seasoned legal professional with profound expertise in corporate law and the Nigerian Oil & Gas sector. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive legal advice, strategic interpretation, and guidance to Senior Management and officers across a spectrum of critical business matters, including contracts, state and federal laws, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to the company's strategic objectives and operational integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advisory & Risk Management: Provide expert legal advice and interpretation to company management on operational issues, corporate matters, and strategic decisions, ensuring compliance and mitigating legal risks.

Contract Management & Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal and commercial documents, including complex contracts, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and international agreements.

Dispute Resolution & Litigation Support: Manage legal disputes, liaise with external counsel, and provide robust support in handling legal and regulatory investigations, preparing court proceedings, and representing the company in arbitration and court.

Compliance & Corporate Governance: Develop and implement compliance policies, ensure strict adherence to all statutory, regulatory, and legal requirements, and maintain meticulous corporate records.

Strategic Legal Input: Offer critical legal input on strategic decisions affecting the functional areas of responsibility and contribute to the company's overall legal strategy.

Departmental Support & Documentation: Maintain and ensure the completeness and proper filing of all legal documentation within the department, coordinating with other departments for outstanding legal documents and responses.