Lawyer at a Reputable Law Firm - PC Recruit Nigeria

PC Recruit Nigeria - Our client, a reputable Law firm located at Victoria Island, established and registered to do business as a multi-practice commercial, insolvency, recovery and litigation firm in Lagos, Nigeria, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Lawyer

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• The role holder should be able to represent clients in court in civil matters, draw up legal documents and proceedings, and manage or advise clients on legal transactions.

Direct Reports:

• The role contributes cross functionally.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor legal risk in documentation and giving guidance on the acceptable assumption of risk.
• Interpret laws, rulings and regulations for natural and juristic persons.
• Conduct legal research and gather evidences.
• Ensure that appropriate approvals are in place before documents are executed.
• Explain the law and give legal advice.
• Protecting the Firm’s interests by ensuring due diligence
• Offer legal representation at arbitration or mediation hearings.
• Draft, review and manage wills, trusts, estates, contracts and deeds.
• Manage regulatory and compliance-related services.
• Facilitate innovative solutions to client problems.
• Offer legal representation to clients in court proceedings on civil or criminal matters.
• Manage and oversee paralegals and legal assistants.
• Evaluate findings and develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases
• Prepare pleadings, notices and make appearances in court
• Study Constitution, statutes, decisions, regulations, and ordinances of quasi-judicial bodies to determine ramifications for cases
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience Required

• A Degree in Law with at least 2.1
• Must be called to the Nigeria Bar with at least 2.2
• With 2-3 years of active litigation experience.
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Experience in drafting, negotiating and reviewing legal documents.
• 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.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and public speaking skills.          

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Role is based in Lagos.
• Responsibilities and job description may be refined with changing business needs.

Salary
N200,000 - N250,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.