Head Of Legal at a Diversified & Fast-growing Business Group

We are a diversified and fast-growing business group with strategic interests across Real Estate, Telecommunications, Banking, and Oil & Gas. Driven by innovation, operational excellence, and long-term value creation, we continue to strengthen our presence across key sectors of the economy.

As part of our continued growth and transformation journey, we are seeking experienced, forward-thinking, and high-performing candidates to join our team and play a critical role in shaping our corporate governance and lead our litigation strategy in the capacity below:

Job Title: Head Of Legal

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Provide proactive legal counsel to executive management and business units on corporate, commercial, and operational matters.
• Interpret and advise on laws, regulations, and policies impacting the business across all industries.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial agreements, vendor contracts, partnership agreements, service-level agreements, and regulatory documentation.
• Support strategic business initiatives, expansion projects, and partnerships from a legal and compliance perspective.
• Lead and manage all litigation, arbitration, mediation, and dispute resolution matters involving the organization.
• Coordinate and supervise external solicitors and legal consultants on ongoing cases.
• Develop legal strategies to minimize exposure and protect the company's commercial interests.
• Represent the organization in high-level legal negotiations and engagements where necessary.
• Maintain oversight of legal risk exposure and ensure timely resolution of disputes.
• Ensure full compliance with industry regulations, statutory obligations, and corporate governance standards.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies, goverment institutions, and industry stakeholders on legal and compliance matters.
• Identify legal risks associated with business operations and recommend practical mitigation strategies.
• Oversee corporate governance frameworks and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Develop and implement legal policies, procedures, and compliance controls.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Laws (LL. B) degree from a recognized institution.
• Barrister-al-Law (B.L) qualification and membership of the Nigerian
• Bar Association (NBA) is mandatory.
• Master's degree in Law, Business Administration, or related discipline will be an added advantage.
• 18-25 years post-call experience in corporate legal practice.
• Must possess substantial work experience across key sectors: (FMCG, Real estate, Banking, Telco, and Oil and Gas)
• Proven track record in handling complex litigation and high-value legal disputes.
• Experience engaging with regulatory agencies and managing corporate compliance frameworks.
• Prior experience in a senior legal leadership or Head of Legal role is highly preferred.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong expertise in litigation management and dispute resolution.
• In-depth knowledge of Nigerian corporate, commercial, telecommunications, and FMCG laws.
• Excellent contract drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and corporate govemance.
• Sound commercial and business acumen.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong leadership, team management, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and présentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple high-level legal matters simultaneously under pressure.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Application Closing Date
28th May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send a soft copy of their applications and Curriculum Vitae, quoting reference to: topexecutives.careers@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Only shorlisted candidates will be contacted through their e-mail and / or by SMS to the telephone number provided.
• Confidentiality is assured.