Associate (Lawyer) at a Reputable Legal Organization

A reputable Legal Organization is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Associate (Lawyer)

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Managing Partner / Senior Associate

Job Summary

• The Associate is a key member of the firm’s legal practice team, responsible for delivering high-quality legal services across advisory, transactional, and litigation mandates.
• This role involves conducting in-depth legal research, drafting and reviewing legal documents, managing client matters, and supporting senior lawyers in complex cases and transactions.
• The Associate serves as a legal solutions provider, ensuring accuracy, professionalism, and responsiveness in all client dealings.
• The Associate reports directly to the Senior Associate or Managing Partner, depending on the assignment.

Primary Responsibilities
Legal Research & Advisory:

• Conduct thorough legal research on statutes, case law, and regulatory guidelines.
• Provide practical, solution-oriented legal opinions and memoranda. Document Drafting & Review
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, pleadings, and other legal documentation.
• Ensure all documents meet professional standards and client expectations.

Case & Transaction Management:

• Manage assigned cases and transactions from start to finish under supervision.
• Monitor court filings, deadlines, and compliance requirements.
• Liaise with clients, courts, and regulatory agencies as required.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution:

• Represent clients in court, tribunals, and arbitration where applicable.
• Prepare case strategies, witness statements, and evidentiary bundles. Corporate & Commercial Law Practice
• Review, prepare, and manage corporate governance and commercial agreements.
• Support due diligence exercises for mergers, acquisitions, and financing deals.

Compliance & Regulatory Advisory:

• Advise clients on compliance with statutory and regulatory frameworks.
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting client operations.
• Client Engagement & Relationship Management
• Build and sustain strong professional relationships with clients.
• Provide timely updates and ensure a client-centered approach in all matters.

Knowledge Management & Training:

• Maintain accurate legal records and knowledge databases.
• Mentor junior associates, interns, and participate in internal training sessions. Firm Support & Development
• Contribute to the firm’s practice development initiatives, publications, and presentations.
• Assist in business development, client pitches, and professional networking.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) Degree and Call to the Nigerian Bar.
• Minimum of 4 years post-call experience in a reputable law firm or corporate legal department.
• Experience in litigation, maritime law, corporate/commercial law, or regulatory advisory (depending on firm’s practice focus).
• Demonstrated track record of handling legal matters with minimal supervision.
• Continuous professional development (CPD) participation and evidence of relevant certifications will be an added advantage.

Key Attributes:

• Proactive and solutions-driven.
• High professional ethics and integrity.
• Strong time management and multitasking ability.
• Commitment to excellence and continuous growth.

Skill Set:

• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational discipline.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and legal research platforms (e.g., LexisNexis, Law Pavilion).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and in teams.
• Client service-oriented with proven ability to build trust and maintain relationships.

Application Closing Date
20th October, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV, a cover letter, and a video of not more than 5 minutes in which they do a self-introduction, their understanding of the role, their unique skill and value proposition that they come with, a summary of the previous role they have worked at and their reason for leaving, and their expectations in this new role to: ars.jobs@ymail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: This JD may be reviewed from time to time.