As one of the flagship companies in Nigeria's downstream petroleum industry, we require a vibrant, resourceful and innovative individuals to strengthen our Legal team in an expanding market in the vacant position below:
Job Title: Senior Legal Officer
Location: Any City, Nigeria
Duties and Responsibilities
- The candidate will be responsible for overseeing the legal services, advising on all contractual agreements and handling of all cases filed by or against the Company.
Requirements
Qualification, Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class Upper) in Law from a recognized university and must have been called to the Nigerian Bar. A post graduate degree in Law is required for this position.
- The candidates must have proven records of success in legal practice and must be well versed in general legal advisory work, litigation alternative dispute resolution, due diligence and writing of legal opinion.
- The candidate must have a strong bias in oil & gas transactions.
- A minimum of 15 years post call to Bar experience in active legal practice is required tar this position.
- He should have sound understanding of varied commercial and franchise contracts and ability to make necessary recommendations to ensure that contracts are aligned in the best interest of the company.
- Sound understanding of regulatory requirements in the oil and gas industry (downstream sector) will be an added advantage.
- Not more than 45 years of age.
Remuneration
- This position attract very good remuneration packages and career development prospects.
Application Closing Date
4th July, 2017.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications and CV's to:
[email protected]
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted through their e-mail and/or by SMS to the telephone number provided.