Intermediate Associate at Global Profilers

Global Profilers, a Profiler Group Company, is a global recruitment and resourcing company with a focus on African markets. We are experienced working within numerous fields such as: Telecom, IEC, Infra 25, Oil & Gas, Mining, Financial Services and Banking, FMCG/CD, Education and Agriculture to name a few.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Intermediate Associate

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Brief Description

• This role requires significant experience and breadth of knowledge in litigation practices.
• The successful candidate will provide sound legal advice, diligently manage cases through the litigation process, and represent clients to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Responsibilities also include advising on technical, strategic, and procedural aspects across a broad spectrum of legal and commercial matters, drafting agreements, and engaging in negotiations.
• The Intermediate Associates will perform similar functions, with the level of complexity and responsibility adjusted to align with their experience.

Key Responsibilities and Duties
Negotiation and Review of Agreements:

• Draft, negotiate, and finalize terms and conditions for various agreements, including service agreements, financing agreements, supply agreements, leases, joint venture agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Review and interpret agreements, policies, and procedures to ensure legality, enforceability, and compliance.

Litigation:

• Review judicial and arbitral processes and develop case strategies.
• Draft requisite court documents and manage case plans in collaboration with superiors and clients.
• Prepare witnesses for trial, file witness depositions, and conduct pre-trial conferences.
• Oversee cases through enforcement, ensuring adherence to court timelines.
• Negotiate settlements and payment plans during the litigation process.

Legal Advisory Services and Support:

• Conduct legal research, draft opinions, and provide commercial advice on shareholder agreements, board resolutions, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor legislative changes and their potential impacts on clients.

Debt Recovery:

• Trace debtors using appropriate techniques and negotiate payment terms.
• Maintain regular updates and progress reports on debt recovery activities.

Reporting:

• Prepare and review legal and commercial reports for internal and external audiences.

Duties:

• Deliver high-quality legal services to clients.
• Maintain productive client relationships and generate new business opportunities.
• Provide timely legal advice while ensuring professional and ethical standards.
• Represent the firm in client meetings and external engagements.

Professional Standards:

• Uphold the highest ethical and professional standards in all dealings.
• Follow the firms Employee Handbook and Office Procedures Manual.
• Comply with the Rules of Professional Conduct and other industry regulations.

Business Development:

• Engage in marketing and networking events to promote the firm’s services.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.

Personal Development:

• Pursue continuous professional development through training, networking, and self-directed learning.
• Stay updated on legal trends, regulatory changes, and industry advancements.

Competencies:

• Dependability: Reliable, responsible, and committed to fulfilling obligations.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous and thorough in completing tasks.
• Integrity: Honest, ethical, and trustworthy.
• Self-Control: Maintains composure in challenging situations.
• Cooperation: Displays a pleasant, cooperative attitude.

Salary
N450,000 - N550,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
15th October, 2025.