Legal Officer at Wellsworth Energy Services Limited (WESL)

Wellsworth Energy Services Limited (WESL) is a leading provider of energy services to exploration and production companies in Nigeria. By focusing on innovative technology, world-class safety practices, and personnel competence, WESL offers its clients high-quality support for their operations that translates to increased efficiency and lower operating costs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Officer

Location: Lagos 
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

• We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Officer to join our Legal/Compliance team. The successful candidate will provide legal and regulatory support across the business, assist in managing legal risk, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• This role offers an excellent opportunity to work on corporate transactions, regulatory compliance, contract management, and governance matters in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal support and advisory services across business operations and corporate transactions
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documentation
• Support dispute resolution, litigation, and arbitration processes
• Conduct legal and compliance due diligence on vendors, partners, and projects
• Monitor and interpret relevant laws, regulations, and regulatory updates
• Assist in corporate governance activities, including preparation for Board and statutory meetings
• Support mergers, acquisitions, restructuring, and strategic corporate projects
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, HSE standards, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate legal records, databases, and statutory documentation
• Support stakeholder engagement with regulators, government agencies, and external partners
• Assist in compliance training, onboarding, and internal awareness programs

Requirements

• LL.B Degree from a recognized university
• BL (Call to Bar in Nigeria is mandatory)
• Minimum of 3 years post-call relevant experience in legal, compliance, or corporate secretarial practice
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Good understanding of corporate and commercial law
• Experience in a corporate or regulated environment is an advantage
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Application Closing Date
25th May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: HR@wellsworthenergy.com using "Legal Officer" as the subject of the email.