Legal Counsel - Technology and IP at Netzence Sustainability Limited

Netzence Sustainability Limited is a sustainability technology and management company dedicated to combating climate change by making carbon emissions reduction accessible, actionable, and rewarding. We are committed to realizing the 2030 emission reduction target, the 2050 and 2060 Net Zero targets, and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Founded on the principles of innovation, collaboration, and firm commitment to the planet, we are driven by a singular, transformative vision -to spearhead a sustainable transformation and contribute significantly to achieving critical global sustainability milestones.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Counsel - Technology and IP

Location: Nigeria

Job Description

• We are looking for a highly qualified Legal Counsel to oversee the legal aspects of our business.
• You will safeguard our reputation by guaranteeing that the company strictly follows law guidelines and give legal advice to management about all relevant issues.

Qualifications

• Degree in Law or similar relevant field (MA in Law is preferred).
• Professional and Industry certifications are added advantages.
• 3+ years of proven experience practicing law, with a focus on technology transactions, IP, and/or related areas.

Requirements:

• Ability to analyze and summarize complex legal topics, aggregate decision-relevant information to convey messages clearly and concisely, and objectively develop, challenge, and verify conclusions.
• Ability to act autonomously in problem solving and complex, strategic decisions.
• Expertise in drafting and filing Intellectual Property (IP) related documents such as patents and trademarks.
• Expertise in drafting and reviewing legal documents such as contracts, statements, agreements, etc.
• Ability to manage large volume and variety of legal matters with competing deadlines and priorities.
• Ability to execute procedures for protecting patents, trademarks, and industrial designs.
• Ability to handle legal disputes and litigation.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• The ability to manage internal and external teams while encouraging independent thought and recognizing differing viewpoints.
• Highest standards of ethics and integrity.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify, mitigate, and handle legal risks.
• Familiarity with data privacy laws and regulations, such as NDPR, GDPR and CCPA, up to date with relevant laws, and contributing to the knowledge base of the organization’s legal function.
• Experience advising clients or stakeholders on legal and regulatory issues related to technology and IP.
• Prior experience in-house at a technology company or in a technology-focused law firm is desirable.
• Strong understanding of technology and familiarity with emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, cloud computing, and IoT.
• Arbitration and mediation skills and in-depth knowledge of administrative law and procedures.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online