Head of Legal at Sow Real Estate

Sow Real Estate is a premier Nigerian real estate development company specializing in both luxury and mass housing solutions. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Maitama, Abuja, the company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality residential and commercial properties that combine modern design with affordability.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Legal

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Overview

• We are seeking a highly experienced and commercially astute Head of Legal to lead and manage all legal functions within our luxury real estate and property development business.
• The ideal candidate will provide strategic legal guidance, ensure regulatory compliance, and safeguard the company’s interests across high-value transactions and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all legal matters relating to property acquisition, development, sales, and leasing
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts including sale agreements, joint venture agreements, construction contracts, and vendor agreements
• Ensure compliance with real estate laws, corporate regulations, and statutory requirements
• Provide legal advisory to management on business decisions, risk exposure, and regulatory changes
• Manage land documentation, title verification, due diligence, and perfection of titles
• Liaise with regulatory authorities, government agencies, and external counsel
• Oversee litigation, dispute resolution, and arbitration processes, representing or coordinating the company’s interests effectively
• Develop litigation strategies and manage ongoing legal disputes to minimize risk and exposure
• Develop and implement internal legal policies, governance frameworks, and compliance systems
• Support investment structuring, partnerships, and financing transactions
• Lead and manage the legal team, ensuring high performance and professional development.

Requirements

• LL.B and BL (qualified to practice law in Nigeria)
• Minimum of 4-6 years post-call experience, with strong focus on real estate/property law
• Proven experience in litigation and dispute resolution
• Strong experience in high-value real estate transactions and title documentation
• Strong knowledge of land laws, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance
• Experience in luxury real estate or property development is highly preferred
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and commercial awareness
• Attention to detail and risk management
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Integrity and sound judgment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-value environment.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on premium, high-value real estate projects
• Competitive executive compensation package
• Professional growth within a dynamic and prestigious brand.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hrsowreal@gmail.com using “Head of Legal” as the subject of the email.