Legal Assistant Officer

We are seeking a competent, detail-oriented, and proactive Legal Assistant Officer to support legal operations within the organization. The ideal candidate will assist with legal documentation, compliance matters, stakeholder engagement, litigation tracking, and provide legal support to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Drafting & Documentation Draft, review, and manage agreements, contracts, and official correspondence across the company and its business units. Ensure legal documents are accurate, well-documented, and compliant with relevant laws and regulations. Stakeholder Liaison & Coordination Engage and coordinate with landlords, government agencies, regulatory bodies, and other external stakeholders on legal matters, including assignments outside Lagos.

Represent the organization in external legal engagements where necessary. Litigation & Insurance Management Monitor ongoing litigation involving the company, track case progress, and maintain proper records. Manage insurance-related documentation and follow up on claims and related processes. Legal Advisory & Compliance Support Provide legal support to management to promote compliance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.

Assist in reviewing company policies, procedures, and operations to ensure legal compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B). Nigerian Law School Certificate (B.L.) is mandatory. 1–3 years of relevant legal experience is preferred. Strong legal drafting, research, and communication skills. High level of professionalism with the ability to handle confidential information. Key Competencies Legal drafting and research skills Excellent written and verbal communication Strong attention to detail Organizational and documentation skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and engage effectively with external stakeholders Benefits 200,000.

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