Executive Assistant / Legal Officer at Limeswood International Company Limited

Limeswood International Company Limited is a company with many years of industrial experience in software development, Integrated Security Services and IT distribution excellence. We pride ourselves in being the pioneer of all IT solutions in west Africa and employing individuals with innovations and creativities. With a vast amount of knowledge and experience, as well as devoted employees, our company is acting as the leading force through innovation, excellence, and providing clients with up-to-date, tailor made IT solutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Executive Assistant / Legal Officer

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

Job Summary

• The Executive Assistant / Legal Officer provides strategic administrative and legal support to senior executives, ensuring efficient management of executive operations while safeguarding the Company’s legal and regulatory interests.
• This role requires a highly experienced professional with a strong background in corporate law, executive support, governance, and confidentiality management, capable of operating at the highest level of discretion and professionalism.
• The role interfaces directly with top executives, external legal counsel, regulatory bodies, and key stakeholders, and plays a critical role in decision support, risk management, and corporate compliance.

Key Responsibilities
Executive Support (Strategic Level):

• Provide high-level administrative and operational support to the GMD and senior leadership
• Manage complex calendars, executive schedules, and priority alignment
• Coordinate executive meetings, board sessions, and strategic engagements
• Prepare executive briefs, reports, presentations, and confidential correspondence
• Serve as a liaison between executives and internal/external stakeholders
• Track key deliverables and follow-ups across departments on behalf of leadership
• Manage sensitive information with strict confidentiality and discretion

Legal Advisory & Compliance:

• Provide legal support on corporate, commercial, and operational matters
• Draft, review, and vet contracts, agreements, MOUs, NDAs, and legal documents
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance standards
• Monitor legal risks and advise management on mitigation strategies
• Support regulatory filings and interface with relevant authorities
• Maintain and update legal documentation and company records

Corporate Governance:

• Support the implementation of governance frameworks and policies
• Coordinate board documentation, resolutions, and minutes
• Ensure adherence to statutory obligations and internal policies
• Assist in developing and enforcing compliance procedures

Contract & Risk Management:

• Review commercial agreements to identify legal and financial risks
• Ensure all contracts align with company policies and legal standards
• Maintain contract repository and ensure proper documentation control
• Provide guidance on dispute resolution and escalation where necessary

Stakeholder & External Relations:

• Interface with external legal counsel, regulators, auditors, and partners
• Represent executive office in professional engagements where required
• Manage communication on behalf of leadership with high-level stakeholders

Key Performance Indicators

• Accuracy and quality of legal documentation
• Efficiency in executive support delivery
• Compliance adherence and risk mitigation
• Timeliness in execution of assigned tasks
• Stakeholder satisfaction and executive feedback.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B); BL (Call to Bar) is mandatory
• Minimum of 5–8 years’ experience in legal practice and/or executive support
• Proven experience working with senior executives or C-suite leadership
• Strong knowledge of corporate law, commercial law, and regulatory compliance
• Experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and legal advisory.

Core Competencies:

• Strong legal drafting and analytical skills
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Executive presence and professionalism
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong organizational and multitasking ability
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Sound judgment and decision-making capability.

Key Attributes:

• Discreet and trustworthy with sensitive information
• Highly proactive and solution-oriented
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision
• Strong alignment with corporate governance and ethical standards.

Salary
N400,000 - N450,000 per month.

Application Closing Date
27th May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resume to: liclrecruitment@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.