Senior Lawyer at a Leading Multinational Conglomerate

We are a leading multinational conglomerate with diversified interest in the key sectors of the economy. As part of the efforts to reorganize long-term plans and expansion, we are recruiting highly experienced, competent, result-oriented, talented and self-motivated individuals with excellent track record of achievement in sectors like Hospitality, Construction, Real Estate, FMCG and Banking for senior levels of management to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Lawyer

Location: Nigeria

Responsibilities

• Monitor legal risk in real estate documentation and advise clients accordingly.
• Interpret laws, rulings and regulations for real estate transactions
• Draft and negotiate property/real estate transactions
• Prepare Lease Agreements, Deeds of Assignment, Licenses and addenda to principal lease agreements, etc.
• Ensure that appropriate approvals are in place before transactions are executed.
• Manage regulatory and compliance-related services.
• Represent the company in purchase and sale of properties
• Defend the company in litigation
• Support legal and general advisory needs associated with a large-scale real estate portfolio.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Law - LL.B (Second Class Upper Division) from a reputable University
• Master's Degree in Law (LL.M) will be an added advantage
• Strong experience in real estate law and industry knowledge that includes litigation, lease transactions, property management, and purchase and sale transactions.
• Good understanding of Foreclosure
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and research skills
• Natural leader who displays sound judgment and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Capable networker with excellent interpersonal, communication and public speaking skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs.

Remuneration
Attractive and competitive remuneration packages as well as challenging prospects await the successful candidates.

Application Closing Date
7th January, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications and a soft copy of their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted through their e-mail and/or by SMS to the telephone number provided.