Virgin Forest Energy Limited is a wholly-owned and well capitalized Nigerian energy downstream oil trading company. We are dedicated to the provision of top-rate petroleum products and by-products to our vast array of clients and customers across Nigeria and beyond. In the course of our short but eventful existence as a corporate entity, we have carved a niche for ourselves as a company sensitive to the peculiar environment in which we operate, and we have tailored our operations in response to the ever-changing demands of a vibrant and dynamic emerging economy such as Nigeria.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head, Legal & Company Secretary
Location: Lagos
Job Summary
- We're looking for a vision driven Head, Legal & Company Secretary, who will provide strategic legal advice, ensure corporate governance compliance, and oversee all legal and regulatory matters.
- The role also involves serving as the principal advisor on legal risks, managing company secretarial functions, and supporting the board and executive management in legal/commercial decision-making.
Qualifications
- Master of Laws (LL.M), Barrister at Law (BL), Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)
- First degree in Law from a recognized university, with a minimum of a second-class grade.
- Minimum of 9 years’ legal work experience as in-house counsel within the Legal department of a reputable and structured business environment.
Core Competences:
- In-depth Oil & Gas Industry Knowledge, History and Dynamics.
- Knowledge of the local, national and international laws and regulations.
- Excellent Company Secretarial Practice.
- Corporate Governance and Board Management.
- Preferably Male (for gender balance).
Application Closing Date
10th July, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@virginforest.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
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