Legal Counsel, Litigation at Total Nigeria

TOTAL is the fifth largest publicly-traded integrated oil and gas company in the world, with 100,000 employees in more than 130 countries worldwide. Our size and performance rank us as one of the top five global oil companies. "We are among the majors that invest the most in exploration. More importantly, our teams are highly motivated. They have a real pioneering spirit we must keep cultivating!".

Total E & P Nigeria Limited (TEPNG) is a leading Oil and Gas Exploration and Production Company and a subsidiary of the Total Group. The company is in a growth phase, and as part of its expansion activities, welcomes applications from suitably qualified Nigerians for its Oil & Gas Production Operations Training Scheme facilitated by a Training Company. During the training programme participants will be on a Training Contract and on successful completion of the training programme would be considered for the usual recruitment process leading to employment in TEPNG.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Counsel, Litigation

Ref: 10058573
Location: Nigeria
Business: Exploration & Production

Job Description

• The holder of this position reports to the Senior Legal Counsel Litigation and will assist in liaising with external counsel on all litigation matters affecting the company.
• He or she will assist in the review of facts received from client departments and articulate same for the preparation of court processes.
• He or she will also assist in the timely identification and preparation of documentation and witnesses required for the prosecution and defence of matters involving the company and in appropriate cases, testify on behalf of the company.
• The job holder shall also assist in the preparation of various reports and updates on litigation status.
• The job holder will assist in analyzing and assessing identified legal risks and will provide legal advice to any and all departments in the company on wide ranging matters from fiscal issues to labour related matters.
• He or she will carry out any other duties/projects that may be assigned him/her by the Senior Legal Counsel and the Legal Manager or the General Counsel.
• The Legal Counsel Litigation will ensure the protection and defense of the Company's interest (and those of the Group and its affiliates) and promote their interests within E&P activities.

Requirements

• 1st degree in Law, Called to the Nigerian Bar, NYSC certificate.
• At least five (5) years post call industry experience is essential.
• Excellent communication skill.
• Masters Degree in law.

Skills:

• Working knowledge of French would be advantageous though not essential.

Remuneration

• According to profile and experience.

Application Closing Date
Not Stated.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online