Head of Legal and Company Secretary at PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc

PZ Cussons is a dynamic consumer products group and innovator of some of the world's best known and loved brands. Calling on over 130 years of expertise, we operate internationally in carefully selected developed and emerging markets that present the greatest strategic potential for future growth. Our world-class supply chain and distribution networks enable us to meet our global consumer needs and deliver quality brands that add value and enhance everyday lives.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Legal and Company Secretary

Job ID: JR002106
Location: Ilupeju, Lagos
Job type: Full time

Responsibilities
Company secretarial:

• Ensuring PZCN complies with applicable corporate governance requirements and laws in connection with its status as a listed company;
• Supporting PZCN board and committee meetings;
• Organising PZCN’s annual general meeting and leading preparation of its annual report;
• Establishing and managing relationships with PZCN retail and top shareholders;
• Monitoring PZCN share register movements;
• Provision of subsidiary company secretarial services, corporate governance, transaction advisory, compliance with statutory filings;

Legal & compliance:

• Provison of legal advisory services to ensure that the companies and their subsidiaries are compliant with applicable laws; management of litigation and disputes; advising on complex commercial contracts and managing legal risks;
• Ensure compliance with data protection including Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR);
• Ensure the company’s Code of Ethical Conduct policies are embedded and complied with and investigations are conducted appropriately;
• Protect our IP portfolio in Africa, working with the PZC group head of intellectual property;
• Establish and manage relatonships with government departments and regulators including the CAC, SEC, NGX, NAFDAC and NOTAP.

Other:

• Oversee the company’s property portfolio ensuring titles are properly maintained and protected, statutory payments are made and records updated, and supporting the lease or sale of unused properties; and
• Other relevant assignments that may be assigned by members of the Board and management leadership team.

Qualifications / Skills Requirements

• B.L, LL.B
• Membership of Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ICSAN) or other qualification as required by CAMA 2020
• Be proficient with MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint (Good Presentation Skills)
• 8+ years’ work experience as a practicing lawyer
• Previous experience inhouse highly desirable
• Previous experience with an international company, or working internationally, beneficial
• Sound knowledge of commercial law and corporate governance
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to influence, impact and convince others
• Collaborate and able to work well as part of a diverse team.

Application Closing Date
30th November, 2025. 

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