Legal Officers at Oiltest Group

Oiltest Group, is a leading player in the Oil and Gas Industry in Nigeria. The company is recruiting on behalf of various companies under the Group, to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Officer

Ref No.: LO/ 17/01-PH
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Job Summary

• This candidate will be responsible for providing legal advice and support In relation to the preparation, review, negotiation and delivery of all contracts and agreements and other documents of a legal nature, including all legal matters relating to the business of the group.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviewing and advising on contractual documents including assisting with legal and contractual due diligence.
• Render legal advice on Group policies, strategies and contract agreement.
• Assess evidences, evaluate issues and give advice on the strength of Group cases.
• Appear in relevant jurisdictions on behalf of the group.
• Processing of needed permits required for the groups operations.
• Conducting research on all relevant aspects of law and regulatory requirements as it concerns our services.
• Administrative support to the group where applicable.
• Monitoring and ensuring compliance with all necessary bodies that control the performance of our business like NIPEX, NCDMB, NNRA etc.

Requirements

• Possess LLB / B.L with minimum of five (5) years' working experience
• Must be sound In arbitration and mediation
• Must fly smart, tactful and agile
• She/he must have an excellent contract review, analysis, and research skills.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be Self-motivated and a good team player

Remuneration
According to industry standard and experience.

Application Closing Date
7th February, 2017.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their hand written applications, detailed CV's and other credentials, with the "Ref No" of the position on the top of the envelope to:
The Advertiser,
P. M. B 5135,
Port-Harcourt,
Rivers State.

Note

• Please do not respond to this advert if you have applied for the position in the past 2 years.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.