Legal Associate (Intermediate and Junior Levels) at Global Profilers

Global Profilers, a Profiler Group Company, is a global recruitment and resourcing company with focus on African markets. We are experienced working within numerous fields such as: Telecom, IEC, Infra 25, Oil & Gas, Mining, Financial services and Banking, FMCG/CD, Education and Agriculture to name a few.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Associate (Intermediate and Junior Levels)

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Level: Associate (Intermediate and Junior Roles)

Brief Description

• This role requires significant experience and breadth of knowledge in litigation practices.
• The successful candidate will provide sound legal advice, diligently manage cases through the litigation process, and represent clients to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Responsibilities also include advising on technical, strategic, and procedural aspects across a broad spectrum of legal and commercial matters, drafting agreements, and engaging in negotiations.
• The Intermediate and Junior Associates will perform similar functions, with the level of complexity and responsibility adjusted to align with their experience.

Key Responsibilities and Duties
Negotiation and Review of Agreements:

• Draft, negotiate, and finalize terms and conditions for various agreements, including service agreements, financing agreements, supply agreements, leases, joint venture agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Review and interpret agreements, policies, and procedures to ensure legality, enforceability, and compliance.

Litigation:

• Review judicial and arbitral processes and develop case strategies.
• Draft requisite court documents and manage case plans in collaboration with superiors and clients.
• Prepare witnesses for trial, file witness depositions, and conduct pre-trial conferences.
• Oversee cases through enforcement, ensuring adherence to court timelines.
• Negotiate settlements and payment plans during the litigation process.

Legal Advisory Services and Support:

• Conduct legal research, draft opinions, and provide commercial advice on shareholder agreements, board resolutions, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor legislative changes and their potential impacts on clients.

Debt Recovery:

• Trace debtors using appropriate techniques and negotiate payment terms.
• Maintain regular updates and progress reports on debt recovery activities.

Reporting:

• Prepare and review legal and commercial reports for internal and external audiences.

Duties

• Deliver high-quality legal services to clients.
• Maintain productive client relationships and generate new business opportunities.
• Provide timely legal advice while ensuring professional and ethical standards.
• Represent the firm in client meetings and external engagements.

Professional Standards:

• Uphold the highest ethical and professional standards in all dealings.
• Follow the firmEmployee Handbook and Office Procedures Manual.
• Comply with the Rules of Professional Conduct and other industry regulations.

Business Development:

• Engage in marketing and networking events to promote the firm’s services.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.

Personal Development:

• Pursue continuous professional development through training, networking, and self-directed learning.
• Stay updated on legal trends, regulatory changes, and industry advancements.

Competencies

• Candidates should possess a BSc Degree with 1 - 4 years experience.
• Dependability: Reliable, responsible, and committed to fulfilling obligations.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous and thorough in completing tasks.
• Integrity: Honest, ethical, and trustworthy.
• Self-Control: Maintains composure in challenging situations.
• Cooperation: Displays a pleasant, cooperative attitude.

Reporting Line:

• This position reports to an Intermediate Associate within the Legal Department.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position with working hours from Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
• This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that emphasizes professionalism, continuous learning, and career development.

Salary
N200,000 - N400,000 per month.

Application Closing Date
30th December, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: akinleye@globalprofilers.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.