Junior Lawyer at SYOJ Consulting and Management Services

SYOJ Consulting is a consulting & management services provider incorporated in 2004 and owned by indigenous investors. It operates with shared skills of experts and works with international associates in the delivery of its services. HR processes, practices and legislative requirements can be time consuming. With a skill pool spanning several decades of cumulative hands on HR experience; we employ leading edge processes to provide you with World Class, Best Practice & Best Fit HR Services. We provide services as Professional HR Specialists & Learning Consultants either on a retainership basis or on a Call -off Contract.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Junior Lawyer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose / Objectives

• We are seeking a highly motivated, strategic, and results-driven professional to lead our Legal Team.
• As a Junior Lawyer you will be responsible for providing legal support and advisory services to the organization, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, assist in managing legal risks, and support the effective handling of corporate and litigation matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on corporate, commercial, and operational matters.
• Draft, review, and vet contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions where required.
• Represent the organisation in court proceedings, mediations, and other dispute resolution matters.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in handling labour and employment-related legal matters.
• Prepare legal correspondence, reports, and documentation.
• Liaise with external solicitors, regulatory agencies, and relevant stakeholders.
• Support company secretarial and corporate governance activities.
• Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations and advise management accordingly.
• Maintain proper documentation and records of legal matters handled by the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and Barrister-at-Law (B.L) qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years’ post-call experience in legal practice or corporate legal services.
• Membership of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) with a valid practicing license.
• Sound knowledge of corporate, commercial, and labour laws.
• Good drafting, analytical, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple legal assignments effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and legal research tools.
• Experience in litigation and dispute resolution is an added advantage

Application Closing Date
17th June, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should their CV to: sekinatajape8@gmail.com using the job role as the subject of the email.