We are a leading multinational conglomerate with diversified interest in the key sectors of the economy. As part of the efforts to reorganize long-term plans and expansion, we are recruiting to fill the senior level position below:
Job Title: Senior Lawyer
Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full time
Responsibilities
- Monitor legal risk in real estate documentation and advise clients accordingly.
- Interpret laws, rulings and regulations for real estate transactions.
- Draft and negotiate property/real estate transactions.
- Prepare Lease Agreements, Deeds of Assignment, Licenses and addenda to principal lease agreements, etc.
- Provide legal guidance across property acquisition, project finance, tokenization and investor syndication
- Identify and manage risks while enabling fast deal execution
- Ensure that appropriate approvals are in place before transactions are executed.
- Manage regulatory and compliance-related services. Preferred candidates shall have good relationship at the relevant government circles
- Represent the company in purchase and sale of properties.
- Defend the company in litigation.
- Support legal and general advisory needs associated with a large-scale real estate portfolio.
Required Qualification, Experience & Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Law - LL.B (Second Class Upper Division) from a reputable university.
- Master's Degree in Law (LLM) will be an added advantage.
- Should be a highly experienced, competent, result-oriented, talented and self-motivated individual with excellent track record of achievement in sectors like Hospitality, Construction, Real Estate, FMCG and Banking
- Strong experience in real estate law and industry, knowledge that includes litigation, lease transactions, property management, and purchase and sale transactions.
- Proven experience in Commercial Law and Infrastructure transactions.
- Good understanding of Foreclosure.
- Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and research skills.
- Natural leader who displays sound judgment and attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Capable networker with excellent interpersonal, communication and public speaking skills.
- Knowledge of, and familiarity with, operations in government and regulatory circles.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office programs.
Remuneration
- Attractive and competitive remuneration packages as well as challenging prospects await the successful candidates.
Application Closing Date
26th May, 2026.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Curriculum Vitae (prepared as a Microsoft Word document) to: real.estate052026@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.
Note: All applications will be treated with strict confidence and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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