Deputy Manager, Legal at Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS)

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) assesses, collects and accounts for revenue accruing to the Nigerian Federation, and administers relevant tax laws. We are committed to fair tax administration through responsive and accessible service in order to optimise revenue for national development. To be one of the world’s most efficient and trusted revenue services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Deputy Manager, Legal

Job Reference Number: LG – 2
Location: Nigeria

Key Responsibilities

• Vetting proposed laws
• Prosecuting on behalf of the Service in all criminal and civil proceedings
• Assisting in the training of officers
• Assisting in writing reports

Minimum Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B), BL (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Nigerian Law especially tax laws.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership and management skills.
• Expertise in risk assessment tools, methodologies, and compliance standards.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.

Professional Skills:

• Certified Trial Advocate (CTA)
• Certified Mediator (CM)
• Certified Arbitrator (CA)

Salary Level
07

Application Closing Date
11th January, 2025.