Litigation Officer at Adenike Adelana

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We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Litigation Officer

Location: Ikeja, Lagos (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Fintech

About the Role

• We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Litigation Officer to join our dynamic Legal Team.
• The ideal candidate will have strong experience handling litigation matters, dispute resolution, and regulatory compliance, preferably within the fintech or financial services industry.
• You will be responsible for managing the company’s litigation portfolio, liaising with external counsel, ensuring compliance with relevant laws, and mitigating legal risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all company litigation matters from initiation to resolution.
• Liaise with external counsel, regulators, and stakeholders on ongoing cases.
• Conduct legal research, prepare case briefs, and review court processes.
• Provide strategic legal advice to management on litigation risks and outcomes.
• Draft, review, and vet legal documents including pleadings, affidavits, and settlement agreements.
• Maintain accurate litigation records and prepare periodic reports on case status.
• Support in regulatory compliance and interface with government agencies when required.
• Ensure that the company’s litigation strategies align with business objectives while minimizing legal exposure.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized institution.
• Call to the Nigerian Bar (BL) is mandatory.
• 3 – 5 years post-call experience in litigation and dispute resolution (fintech or financial services industry experience is a plus).
• Strong understanding of fintech regulations, CBN guidelines, and relevant financial laws.
• Excellent legal drafting, advocacy, and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail, strong negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases under tight deadlines.

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitmentforce.africa@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.