Head of Legal / Company Secretaryl at Primestix Construction Limited

Primestix Construction Limited is a fast growing Real Estate development company, with focus on smart, contemporary, modern and luxurious homes.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Legal / Company Secretary

Location: Wuye, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic individual to fill the position of Head of Legal / Company Secretary. If you are a highly skilled legal professional with a strong background in property law, and a passion for contributing to the success of a thriving real estate company, we encourage you to apply for this key leadership role.

Role and Responsibilities
As the Head of Legal / Company Secretary at Primestix Construction, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all legal affairs within the company. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Providing expert legal advice to senior management and various departments within the organization.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of contracts, agreements, and legal documents related to real estate development, acquisitions, partnerships, and other business operations.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and corporate governance principles.
• Managing board meetings, preparing agendas, minutes, and resolutions, and ensuring proper record-keeping.
• Overseeing company secretarial duties, including maintaining statutory records, liaising with regulatory bodies, and ensuring timely filings.
• Identifying and managing legal and regulatory risks and proposing strategies to mitigate such risks.
• Representing the company in legal proceedings, negotiations, and other interactions with external parties, including government entities, contractors, and suppliers.
• Collaborating with external legal counsel when necessary and managing those relationships effectively.
• Staying up-to-date with changes in real estate laws and regulations and proactively advising on necessary actions.
• Developing and conducting training sessions to educate employees on legal matters and corporate governance.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) Degree from a reputable university and a valid license to practice law in Nigeria.
• A Master's Degree is an added advantage
• Minimum of 4 years of experience post call-to-bar, with a focus on property and land laws. and related legal areas.
• A Professional Certification from ICSAN
• Sound knowledge of Nigerian property and land laws, regulations, and industry practices.
• Proven track record of successfully handling complex real estate transactions and legal matters.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage a legal team and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Must be female, for gender balance, and fluent in Hausa.

Application Closing Date
16th August, 2023.