Senior Legal Officer

Job Summary

We are seeking a competent, proactive, and commercially minded Senior Legal Officer to provide legal support, protect the company's interests, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate property sale agreements, tenancy agreements, leases, contracts, deeds of assignment, and other legal documents.

Conduct and supervise property title searches, due diligence, and verification of land ownership and title documents.

Provide legal advisory services to management on real estate transactions, property development, corporate matters, and regulatory compliance.

Manage property documentation, perfection of titles, registrations, and other relevant statutory processes.

Liaise with external solicitors, government agencies, regulatory bodies, land registries, and other relevant institutions.

Handle legal disputes, claims, debt recovery, and litigation matters in collaboration with external counsel where necessary.

Identify legal risks in property transactions and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.

Ensure proper documentation and protection of the company's interests in transactions with investors, contractors, consultants, and clients.

Maintain an organised legal records management system and monitor compliance with contractual obligations.

Support management in corporate governance, legal risk management, and other legal assignments.

Requirements and Qualifications

A Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognised university.

A valid qualification from the Nigerian Law School and admission to the Nigerian Bar.

Minimum of five (5) years post-call experience.

Demonstrable experience in real estate law, property transactions, land documentation, and title verification.

Strong knowledge of Nigerian property law, contract law, land administration, and relevant regulatory requirements.

Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

High professional integrity, attention to detail, and sound judgment.

Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver results within deadlines.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital document management tools.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate should be commercially aware, detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of translating legal advice into practical business solutions.

Experience working with a real estate development company or property investment firm will be an added advantage.

Remuneration

An attractive and negotiable remuneration package will be offered, commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

How to apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Resume/CV along with a brief, high-level summary detailing the most expensive single asset transaction they have personally initiated and closed within the last 24 months to: grandppty@gmail.com using the job title e.g "Application: Head of Wealth & Sales – Denaro Homes" as the subject of the email.

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