Francophone Senior Legal Officer at International Energy Services Limited

Posted on Tue 20th Apr, 2021 - www.hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

International Energy Services Limited (IESL) is one of the top oil and gas servicing companies in Nigeria. The company’s key strength is its people. We are a determined team with backgrounds covering a range of disciplines and expertise. Our professionalism and passion for engineering have enabled IESL to become a leader in our field, and each of us takes pride in the part we play in the company’s success.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Francophone Senior Legal Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description
Upstream Oil & Gas Operations:

  • Drafting, vetting and confirmation of all contracts and all legal matters on behalf of the company
  • Drafting / preparation and reviewing of various types of agreement such as drilling rigs agreement, and various specialized services for exploration and production activities, bank credit facility agreement, etc
  • Representation and participation in contractual meetings with third parties
  • Drafting, reviewing and advising on employment agreement between the company and employees
  • Provide commercial contract management & contract drafting of award strategies
  • Provision of legal briefs on litigation matters as at when necessary
  • Representation of company with appropriate regulatory bodies
  • Providing secretarial / legal support services at Board and management meetings
  • Review of all proposals from contractors and subcontractors
  • Drafting of MOU / MOA on behalf of the company
  • Monitoring compliance with statutory obligations and service codes
  • Liaising with representatives of host communities at company’s field locations
  • Research and evaluate different risk factors regarding business decisions and operations
  • Maintain current knowledge and changes in petroleum laws and regulations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Law. A Master's degree will be an advantage
  • Excellent proficiency in spoken and written French is a must
  • Have proven experience in handling legal matters pertaining to oil and gas business
  • Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate law and procedures
  • High degree of professional ethics and integrity
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Application Closing Date
26th April, 2021.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resumes to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.