Senior Lawyer - Corporate Finance at Alan & Grant

Alan & Grant - Our client provides comprehensive legal solutions spanning commercial law, real estate, construction, agriculture, intellectual property, ICT, government and public sector matters, immigration, employment, and dispute resolution.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Lawyer - Corporate Finance

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Lawyer with specialized expertise in Corporate Finance to join our team.
• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience advising on complex legal matters relating to capital raising, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate restructurings, and other financial transactions involving corporations, banks, and investment firms.
• The role requires sound commercial judgment, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage high-value transactions from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide expert legal advice on corporate finance transactions, including equity and debt offerings, private placements, loan syndication, and project finance deals.
• Lead or support the structuring, negotiation, and documentation of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic corporate transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of transactional documents, including share purchase agreements, subscription agreements, loan and security documents, and shareholder agreements.
• Advise on regulatory compliance matters, including securities law, company law, and financial market regulations.
• Liaise with relevant regulatory bodies, such as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Central Bank, and Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).
• Conduct legal due diligence on target entities and assets, and prepare comprehensive reports on findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, and financial advisers, to ensure successful execution of transactions.
• Provide ongoing legal support on corporate governance, capital structure optimization, and financing strategies.
• Stay abreast of emerging laws, regulations, and market practices impacting corporate finance and advise management on implications.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior associates.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Law (LL.B) degree and admission to the Nigerian Bar; an advanced degree (LL.M or MBA) is an advantage.
• Minimum of 7 - 10 years of post-call experience with at least 5 years focused on corporate finance, capital markets, and M&A transactions.
• Proven experience advising corporate clients, financial institutions, and investment firms on complex financial transactions.
• Strong understanding of company law, securities regulation, and banking and finance frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple transactions and work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with a commercial mindset.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.