Legal Officer, Dispute Resolution at PalmPay Limited

PalmPay is an Africa-focused fintech firm, launched in 2019. PalmPay is a mobile payments platform that offers a number of financial services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Officer, Dispute Resolution

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Job Typpe: Full Time

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced lawyer to join our Legal team’s Dispute Resolution unit.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing expert legal advice and strategic guidance on matters related to commercial, corporate, and financial laws.
• This role requires a strong understanding of the financial industry, along with the relevant laws and regulations that govern it.

Key Responsibilities

• Litigation Management: Oversee, review, and provide expert legal advice on all court processes received by the company.
• Legal Research & Compliance: Conduct thorough research on relevant laws and regulations to ensure compliance and mitigate legal risks.
• Legal Advisory: Analyze legal issues, provide sound legal advice, and develop strategic solutions to address them effectively.
• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate administrative agreements and other legal documents to protect the company’s interests.
• Regulatory Compliance: Monitor legal and regulatory developments, advising the organization on their implications.
• Regulatory Engagement: Act as a liaison with regulatory bodies, ensuring seamless communication and compliance when required.
• Documentation & Record-Keeping: Maintain an organized record of all legal documents and data for easy retrieval and reference

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law and Certificate of Call to Bar
• 4-5 years relevant legal experience
• Knowledge of commercial, corporate and financial laws
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Advisory skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online