Head, Legal & Compliance

This is a strategic management position for a professional who understands the legal and regulatory implications of business operations and can provide practical legal guidance, protect the company's interests and support responsible business management and sustainable growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide legal and compliance support to Management and relevant departments.

Identify legal issues arising from company activities and provide practical guidance on applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Review contracts, agreements and other legal documents, identifying and escalating significant contractual risks.

Maintain an organised register of company contracts and agreements and monitor key obligations, expiry dates and renewal requirements.

Monitor applicable legal and regulatory requirements and maintain records of statutory obligations, regulatory filings, licences, permits and approvals, where applicable.

Coordinate the preparation and submission of relevant compliance documentation.

Identify potential areas of non-compliance and recommend appropriate corrective actions.

Maintain proper, secure and retrievable legal, corporate and compliance records.

Support the development and review of company policies, procedures and internal controls.

Coordinate legal disputes, claims, notices and other significant legal matters, including engagement with external legal advisers where required.

Provide legal and compliance support to companies under MWNL's management, where applicable.

Prepare periodic legal and compliance reports, track outstanding obligations and escalate significant legal or regulatory risks to Management.

REQUIREMENTS

A bachelor’s degree in law (LL.B.) and qualification as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.

Current enrolment and good standing with the Nigerian Bar.

At least two (2) years of relevant post-call professional experience in legal practice, corporate legal services, commercial law or a related area, preferably with experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity.

Demonstrable experience in contract review, legal advisory, regulatory compliance and corporate legal documentation.

Good knowledge of applicable laws, regulatory requirements, corporate governance and statutory compliance obligations.

Strong legal research, drafting, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent organisational, communication, documentation and reporting skills.

Ability to identify legal and compliance risks, exercise sound professional judgement and provide practical recommendations to Management.

Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality and engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATION

The successful candidate must operate as a proactive legal and risk-management professional rather than solely as a document-review or administrative officer.

The candidate must demonstrate the ability to understand the company's business activities, identify legal, regulatory and contractual risks early, maintain appropriate compliance controls and provide practical legal guidance that supports informed Management decisions and responsible business operations.

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

How to apply

Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.

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