Job Summary
JOB TITLE: HEAD, LEGAL
LOCATION: Lagos Nigeria
WORK TYPE: On-site
INDUSTRY: Energy company (Upstream and downstream sector)
SALARY: Attractive remuneration
Qualification
- LLB, BL degree in Law
- Knowledge of the Oil and Gas industry (added advantage)
Experience
- At least 4-8 years of relevant experience in a corporate organization or reputable law firm.
- Sound knowledge of law and regulation relating to industry issues
- Strong interpersonal and people management skills
- Attention to detail, good organizational skills, and a strong appreciation of customer service
- Professional disposition and ability to maintain integrity and confidentiality.
- Good Customer Service
- Knowledge/experience in the oil and gas industry will be an added advantage.
Key Responsibilities
- Provision of company and general corporate law advisory services.
- Providing legal and corporate counseling as well as written legal advice and opinions on all matters.
- Coordinating the legal affairs of the organization.
- Serving as Company Secretary to the Board of Directors.
- Reviewing and advising on all agreements, MOAs/MOUs, Pro-forma invoices, contracts, and other instruments or documents of a legal character.
- Representing the organization before the public and/ or other bodies for the filing, registration, initialing or recording of any instrument, document or transaction
to which the organization is a party both within and outside the Federal Republic
of Nigeria. - In appropriate cases, liaising directly or otherwise with External Attorneys appointed by the Organization.
- Ensuring the organization complies with statutory and legal requirements.
- Liaising with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and other third parties on all legal matters on behalf of the organization.
- Preparation of documentation on conveyances, acquisition of title to land /real estate, and registration of title to land.
- Representation of organization in court, arbitration, mediation, or tribunal established by law.
- Review of all identification and advising on all legislation affecting the organization’s routine/day-to-day transactions.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE MUST POSSESS THE FOLLOWING SKILL;
·An analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills
·Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to multi-task
·Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
·Ability to work independently and as part of a team
·As excellent eye for details
·Excellent interpersonal skills
·Ability to represent the company on any legal matter in court
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should apply through the email address below;
ifunanya@bellpointng.com using the job title as the subject of the mail and with an updated cover letter.