Etisalat's vision is a world where people's reach is not limited by matter or distance; a world where people will effortlessly stay in touch with family and friends; a world where businesses of all sizes can reach new markets without the limitations of distance and travel.
Etisalat Nigeria is recruiting to fill the below position of:
Job Title: Specialist, Legal Services (Contracts & Advisory)
Location: Lagos, NG
Job Summary
To assist in drafting, negotiating and interpreting formal contracts on behalf of Etisalat; and ensure that all contracts entered into by Etisalat are consistent with requisite local and international laws, rules and regulations.
Principal Functions
- Draft and negotiate legal contracts including technical contracts, commercial contracts, finance contracts, consultancy contracts, engagement letters, letters of intent and other related documents.
- Develop and update template contracts to suit the various contractual requirements of Etisalat.
- Provide legal advisory services and liaise with external counsel/consultants on various Etisalat special projects.
- Research and proffer opinions to departments/divisions on legal enquiries or issues of a contractual nature arising out of the interpretation and application of contracts.
- Assist in ensuring that terms and conditions set out in contractual documentation are legally valid, consistent with Etisalat�s policies, rules and regulations, and are in the organisation's best interest.
- Participate in and provide legal assistance to tender committees at Etisalat.
- Assist in litigation by or against contractors or other counterparties arising out of contracts or similar documentation.
- Develop and maintain a database of all contractual documents and related legal documentation.
- Liaise with relevant units/teams/functions in carrying out all relevant activities.
- Attend team/divisional/departmental meetings as required.
- Prepare/compile agreed periodic activity and performance reports.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager or Head, Commercial and Corporate Services.
Educational Requirements
Experience, Skills & Competencies
- At least 3-5 (five) years work experience in a law firm or telecoms environment
- Legal Research
- Legal Contract Drafting
- Legislation and Compliance
- Problem Solving
- Negotiation
- Communication
- Passion for Excellence
- Integrity
- Empowering people
- Growing people
- Team work
- Customer Focus
Application Closing Date
Not Stated
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should
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