West African Ventures (WAV) Ltd is a 100% Nigerian company providing onshore/offshore services in Engineering. Procurement, Fabrication, Installation, Vessels Charter and other support services in the oil/gas industry. As part of WAV's growth and repositioning strategy, experienced and highly motivated candidates with drive are required to fill the under-listed position in the company's new Legal Services department to be based in Lagos.
WAV is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Senior Counsel / Company Secretary
Ref: WAV/LC01
Location: Lagos
Key Responsibilities
- Provide internal advisory services on legal. corporate. company secretarial and government relations related to the operation of the company.
- Lead dispute resolution of claims with third parties including government agencies
- Ensure that corporate activities are in line with the applicable laws.
- Maintain custody of legal and corporate documents.
- Lead government liaison function.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for the department for executive management meetings.
Qualification / Experience / Key Competences
- LL.B; B.L; Masters degree will be an added advantage.
- 10-15 years cognate experience preferably in oil/gas industry.
- Strong leadership and managerial skills.
- Proven track record of engaging with relevant government departments, maritime, local content bodies, etc.
- Excellent relationship management and, communication skills.
- Ability to provide independent advice (orally/in writing) on highly technical matters to senior level management.
Application Closing Date
11th February, 2014.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application online (with correct reference code) enclosing a current and up-to-date resume to:
[email protected]
Note: That only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.