Senior Legal Officer at a Leading and Major Nigerian Exploration & Production (ESP) Company (9 Openings)

We are a leading and major Nigerian Exploration & Production (ESP) company with active operatorship in prolific oil and gas blocks in the Niger Delta.

As a resulf of new expansion and development programs, we seeks to engage experienced and resources manpower to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Legal Officer 

Locations: Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo, and Rivers

Job Summary

• This position requires a seasoned and consummate Lawyer with in-depth knowledge of corporate and Oil & Gos laws.
• The ideal candidate will support the activities of the Company in Legal department and provide legal advice, interpretation as well as guidance to Senior Management and Officers regarding contracts, State and Federal laws and regulatory requirements and other business matters.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate legal and commercial documents especially contracts and Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
• Manage disputes and liaise with relevant external counsel in handling legal, and regulatory issues, regulatory investigations and preparing court proceedings
• Provide legal advice to company management on operation issues and other corporate matters Provide advice on mitigation of legal risks. Maintain corporate records, and ensuring compliance with company law
• Develop compliance policies and ensure company adheres to all statutory, regulatory, and legal requirements
• Review information and prepare defense for any legal action against the company and advice on prosecuting lawsuit on behalf of the company.
• Provide legal input on strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility
• Provide necessary support regarding arrangements required for Arbitration and proceedings
• Provide assistance in resolving escalated legal issues arising from operations and requiring coordination from other departments
• Maintain legal documentation within the department and ensuring proper filing and completeness.
• Follow up with relevant departments on outstanding legal documents and responses.
• Attend court proceedings and liaison with relevant law enforcement agencies

Requirements

• Minimum of LL.B, BL and LLM with a minimum of Second Class (Upper Division).
• Any higher qualification will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years relevant post call experience
• Age not below 40 years
• Must be versatile in corporate law, legal drafting,
• litigation and arbitration proceedings
• Excellent communication skill-writ
• Must have special skill in vetting contract and drafting international agreements.
• Must have good knowledge of Oil & Gas Laws. Honesty, commitment, hardworking and self- motivation.
• Must be proficient in the use of IT Software. Cognate experience in Oil & Gas
• Must be a team player, self-motivated and multi-task oriented.

Application Closing Date
31st March, 2026.