Legal Specialist at Ascentech Services Limited

Ascentech Services Limited - Our client, a leading FMCG group, is seeking to employ suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Specialist (Land Disputes, Reclamation and Property Acquisition)

Location: Ogun

Job Description

• We are looking to hire a qualified legal practitioner to oversee and manage its land acquisition, reclamation, ownership, disputes and property-related matters.

Duties

• Monitor legal risk in land and property documentation and advise the company accordingly.
• Interpret laws, rulings and regulations for all land and property-related transactions.
• Mediate in and negotiate all land and property-related transactions.
• Draft memo(s), contracts and all land and property-related legal documentation and paperwork(s).
• Ensure that appropriate approvals are in place before all land and property-related transactions are executed.
• Manage regulatory and compliance-related issues.
• Represent the company in land ownership, property disputes, and/or land and property-related acquisition and sales matters.
• Responsible for all legal and general advisory needs related to or associated with a large-scale land and property portfolios.

Education / Experience / General Requirements

• A degree in Law (LLB, BL). Master’s degree in Law (LLM) will be an added advantage.
• Admission as Notary Public is essential
• A professional certificate or qualification in a reputable institute will be preferred.
• Minimum 5 years post-call experience. Extensive experience and track record in handling and winning land dispute cases is an advantage.
• Experience in a manufacturing / factory environment will be an advantage.
• Prerequisite knowledge of Administrative, Communication, Political, Legal, Managerial and Information Management is necessary.
• Knowledge of Local, State and Federal Laws and Regulations is a MUST.
• Knowledge and command over relevant resources, community needs, internal & external customers, relevant stakeholders, and policies and procedures.
• Strong experience in land disputes, real estate law and industry knowledge that includes litigation, lease transactions, property management, and purchase and sale transactions.
• Solid experience in title insurance underwriting, curative and claims.
• Natural leader who displays sound judgment and attention to detail.
• Capable networker with excellent interpersonal, communication and public speaking skills.

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2020.