Associate - Corporate and Commercial Practice at a Law Firm - Alan & Grant

Alan & Grant - Our client, a Law firm in Lagos, Nigeria, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Associate - Corporate and Commercial Practice

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time
Industry: Legal

Job Description

• Our client is seeking a talented and motivated Associate with a minimum of 4 years of post-call experience to join our esteemed team.
• If you have a strong foundation in corporate and commercial law and are eager to contribute your expertise to a dynamic legal practice, we invite you to apply.
• As an Associate in our Corporate Commercial Practice, you will play a pivotal role in providing legal counsel to our diverse clientele.
• You will work on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters, collaborating with experienced lawyers and gaining exposure to complex transactions with a strong knowledge of corporate commercial/energy law.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on corporate and commercial law matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support clients' business objectives.
• Assist in due diligence processes and corporate transactions.
• Provide legal support in mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring, corporate governance, company secretariat, intellectual property, entertainment law, fintech, energy law, and other notable practice areas in the Corporate & commercial Practice.
• Be knowledgeable in the following but not limited to areas;
  • Commercial Acumen
  • Legal Communication Skills
  • Client Management
  • Team Management
  • Knowledge and Application of Corporate Law
  • Knowledge and Application of Energy Law
• Stay updated on changes in corporate commercial laws and regulations in Nigeria.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 4 years of post-call experience in corporate and commercial law.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Attention to detail and a meticulous approach to legal work.
• Business acumen and the ability to understand clients' commercial goals.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, client-driven environment.
• Sound judgment and ethical integrity.
• Qualified and licensed to practice law in Nigeria (BL).
• Proven experience in handling corporate transactions and commercial contracts.
• Strong research and legal drafting skills.
• Proficiency in legal software and research tools.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.