Legal Officer at the Oiltest Group

The Oiltest Group is a group of companies based in Nigeria providing oilfield services to oil producing companies among other services. The Group currently has only one operational office located in Port Harcourt while it has a liaison office in Lagos. Its corporate Headquarters is located at Plot 312 Danjuma Drive, Trans Amadi Industrial Layout, Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The parent company - Oiltest, as a fully indigenous organization commenced operations in 1992.

The company started with activities including fluid sampling, production testing, electronic data acquisition, slickline services, and PVT laboratory services. By 1999, Oiltest had expanded its range of services to include well analysis services, coiled tubing & nitrogen services. In 2005, it added filtration services. Also by entering into strategic alliances, Oiltest is also able to provide Permanent downhole gauges services, completion tools & accessories.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Officer

Job Reference: LEGOF-PH /25/05
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job type: Full-time
Job Level: Experienced

Key Tasks

• Provide timely and accurate legal advice, representation and referrals rooted in Nigerian legal framework.
• Render legal advice on group policies, strategies, contracts and agreements.
• To be involved in investigations requiring legal advice.
• Prepare and file documents requiring legal proceedings.
• Asses evidences, evaluate issues and render advice on strength of company cases.
• Appear in relevant jurisdiction on behalf of the group.
• Keep abreast of legal proceedings and laws affecting the company.
• Registration with different client portals to enable the group participate in bidding.
• Obtain all permits required for effective running of our business in timely manner.
• Responsible for registration and updates with regulatory bodies like NIPEX, NCDMB etc.
• Other tasks assigned from time to time by CEO / Management.

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum of a First Degree in Law.
• Full legal Qualification to practice Law in Nigeria.
• Must be currently Practicing or practiced for at least 3 years as a solicitor / barrister / legal adviser.
• Strong Administrative skills.
• Understanding of Labour Laws, corporate laws and Oil and gas industry laws.

Personal Attributes:

• The right candidate must be very sound in communication, both written and oral.
• This ideal candidate must have high level of Initiative, reliability and stress tolerance.

Application Closing Date
6th June, 2025.