Apata & Ascott Limited - We are a human resource consulting firm that is focused on delivering business value to organizations. We help organizations achieve their objectives by developing and executing strategies and policies that are aligned with business plans and a focus on best practices.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Counsel - Corporate Commercial
Location: Lagos
Job Description
- Provide legal representation to a corporation or business and its employees.
- Advise businesses and their employees on a variety of legal matters.
- Negotiate, write and execute agreements and contracts on behalf of the company.
- Advise on contract status, legal risks, and the legal liabilities associated with different deals.
- Research and anticipate unique legal issues that could impact the company.
- Review advertising and marketing materials to ensure that they are in compliance with legal requirements.
- Represent the company in court, in the case of a lawsuit or other legal proceedings
- Settlement negotiations and witnesses deposition.
- Provide training companies on legal topics.
Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years of Law firm experience with an emphasis/focus on Corporate Cousel.
- Currently admitted in good standing to practice law in Nigeria.
- Education must include WAEC, BL, Called to The Nigerian Bar, NYSC, and LLM.
- Professional Certifications are added advantage.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
- Strong organizational and project-management skills
- High degree of professionalism, diplomacy, discretion, and judgment
- Complete comprehension of Corporate Law process.
Application Closing Date
3rd July, 2019.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV to:
[email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.