Legal Manager at Ascentech Services Limited

Ascentech Services Limited is a full-fledged Human Resource Solution Provider incorporated in 2013 with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to forging long-term partnerships with our clients by creating and delivering robust and flexible services that address the changing needs of their business.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Manager

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

• The Legal Manager will provide expert legal and regulatory support to the organization, focusing on finance-related transactions, corporate governance, and compliance.
• The role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong technical expertise, analytical skills, and the ability to partner with cross-functional teams to manage risks, ensure compliance, and support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advisory support on financial transactions, lending structures, and investment arrangements.
• Interpret and advise on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards affecting corporate finance, governance, and compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including financing agreements, service-level agreements, and governance policies.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations across the business.
• Develop, implement, and maintain corporate governance and compliance frameworks, policies, and awareness programs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify, assess, and manage legal and regulatory risks.
• Support internal audits, investigations, and regulatory inquiries as required.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws, regulatory changes, and emerging trends relevant to the company’s operations.
• Liaise with external counsel, regulators, and third parties to represent the company’s legal interests.
• Support the GM, Legal & Compliance in strategic initiatives and departmental deliverables.
• Engage in policy advocacy by analyzing regulatory developments, drafting position papers, and representing the organization at industry forums, consultations, and legislative processes.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Qualification: LL.B, BL (Master’s degree is an added advantage)
• Experience Required: Minimum 9 years post-call legal experience, including at least 6 years in finance-related transactions, corporate governance, and compliance.
• Strong legal drafting and writing skills.
• Excellent analytical, technical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven experience in corporate governance and compliance management.
• Professional, interpersonal, and communication skills to effectively engage stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Salary
Salary: N700,000 – N900,000 monthly (Competitive / Negotiable).

Application Closing Date
31st October, 2025.