Associate Legal Officer at Prime Valor Consulting

Prime Valor Consulting - Our client is a group company with subsidiaries in the Cocoa and Commodities Trading, Haulage, Freight Forwarding, Energies, and Roofing sheet industries.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Associate Legal Officer

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas
Legal Compliance and Support:

• Assist in ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and corporate policies across all business operations.
• Support legal research initiatives to provide insights that inform business strategies and operational decisions.

Contract Support:

• Aid in the drafting, reviewing, and negotiation of contracts, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and legal standards under the guidance of senior legal staff.
• Actively monitor contract compliance and performance, facilitating timely resolution of disputes to uphold contractual obligations and protect the company’s interests.

Litigation Assistance:

• Assist in managing litigation processes, including the preparation and organization of necessary documentation and case files.
• Liaise effectively with external legal counsel, ensuring smooth communication and preparation of essential documents to support ongoing litigation matters.

Corporate Governance Support:

• Support the development and implementation of corporate governance policies and practices to ensure compliance and ethical conduct within the organization.
• Assist in the preparation for corporate meetings, including the creation of agendas, minutes, and maintaining accurate records of corporate actions and decisions.

Policy Development and Training:

• Contribute to the formulation and implementation of company policies, ensuring they reflect legal requirements and best practices.
• Participate in developing and delivering training sessions on legal compliance and best practices to enhance staff awareness and adherence to legal standards.

Risk Management Support:

• Identify potential legal risks associated with business operations and assist in formulating effective mitigation strategies to minimize exposure.
• Assist in the preparation of regular legal risk assessment reports for management, providing insights and recommendations for proactive risk management.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in law (LL. B) or related field.

Professional Requirements:

• Admission to practice law in Nigeria.
• Relevant certifications in corporate law or compliance preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Must have 2 - 5 years of legal experience, preferably in corporate or commercial law.
• Proven track record of managing legal issues in the shipping or logistics industry.

Knowledge Requirements

• Understanding of Nigerian corporate law, contract law, and regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with shipping and logistics regulations and compliance requirements.

Skill Requirement:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and present effectively.
• Strong analytical and research skills to interpret complex legal issues.

Personal Abilities:

• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong ethical standards and professional integrity.

Application Closing Date
30th July, 2024.