Team Lead - Commercial Contracts at PalmPay Limited

PalmPay is a pan-African Fintech company currently operating in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania and expanding to other markets this year. We are reinventing the payments experience by making it easy and reliable for everyone to transfer money, pay bills and shop online.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Team Lead - Commercial Contracts

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

• The Team Lead - Commercial Contracts will hold a pivotal role within our legal team, overseeing the review and drafting of commercial contracts, with a focus on Tenancy Agreements and other pertinent documents.
• The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in the banking or fintech sector, particularly in the review and drafting of commercial contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the review and drafting of commercial contracts, including Tenancy Agreements, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Lead negotiations with external parties to secure favorable terms and conditions in commercial agreements.
• Provide legal guidance and support to internal stakeholders on commercial contract matters.
• Conduct legal research to stay updated on industry developments and regulatory changes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address legal issues and mitigate risks.
• Mentor and coach junior legal staff to enhance their contract drafting and negotiation skills.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Law. A Master's Degree in Business & Commercial Law and other relevant certifications will be advantageous.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in reviewing and drafting commercial contracts, preferably in the banking or fintech sector.
• Candidates called to the bar between the period of 2015 & 2016.
• Sound knowledge of commercial, corporate, and financial laws.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Detail-oriented with a strategic approach to risk assessment.
• Proficiency in legal research and Microsoft Office Suite.

Application Closing Date
26th April, 2024.