Oando Nigeria Plc Recruiting Head - Legal

Oando Plc is one of Africa’s largest integrated energy solutions providers with a proud heritage. It has a primary listing on the Nigerian Stock Exchange and a secondary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.

At Oando, we believe a highly skilled workforce in a conducive work environment that promotes and rewards continuous learning, will facilitate the achievement of business goals.

Oando Nigeria Plc is seeking applications to the vacant position of Head - Legal.

Job Title: Head, Legal

Department: Legal

Job Summary
The Head, Legal Services will act as the administrative lead of the Legal Services Shared Services Centre (SSC) and support the Chief Legal Officer in setting the overall philosophy and strategy of the department regarding legal matters and ensuring that all practices, policies and business activities fall within the bounds of the company’s legal obligation. He/she will also support the Chief Legal Officer in achieving clarity around legal issues and risks that must be addressed for the attainment of organisational goals.

The day-to-day responsibilities of the position incumbent include the negotiation of commercial contracts and agreements and management of competition risks. Additionally, the Head, Legal Services advises and assists with the resolution of any matters arising through strategic alliances, acquisitions or joint ventures. This support is provided to all entities with the Oando Plc Group (in Nigeria and overseas).

The incumbent’s firm grasp of the laws and regulations pertaining to the industry and marketplace aids meeting business growth challenges while respecting the limitations that may be imposed by law and the government.

Qualifications & Experience

• 1st degree in Law, LLB (minimum of second class lower division); BL
• Minimum of 8 years post call experience at least 3 of which must have been at Management level, as the head of a Legal Department or legal practice team, within a reputable and structured business environment, preferably a strong indigenous or multinational corporation in the Oil & Gas industry or reputable local or international professional services/law firm.
• Ability to perform sophisticated legal analysis
• Strong legal advisory, drafting, presentation and negotiation skills
• Strong & effective business communication (verbal and writing skills)
• Ability to plan and execute numerous complex projects under pressure
• Demonstrated business acumen and superior judgment

Knowledge & Skills Prefered

• Oil & Gas Industry History and Dynamics
• Vast knowledge of the local, national and international laws and regulations pertaining to the various industries in which the Group’s businesses operate
• Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions, and other transactional experience will be an added advantage
• Negotiation and Contract Management
• Legal Documentation
• Basic Finance and Investment Management
• Business acumen and entrepreneurial skills
• Customer Relationship Management and interpersonal skills
• Project Management
• PC Utilisation – Microsoft word (strong), powerpoint (intermediate) and excel (basic)

Application Deadline
29th November, 2011

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidate should:
Click here to Apply online