IN-HOUSE COUNSEL/LAWYER

The In-house counsel we are looking for, will typically have a wide range of responsibilities, which can include:

• Providing legal advice to the company regarding business transactions such as mergers and acquisitions, labor negotiations, or contract negotiations
  
• Working with other attorneys in the firm to prepare legal documents such as briefs, motions, pleadings, discovery requests, and subpoenas
  
• Drafting contracts, lease agreements, loan agreements, wills, trusts, and other legal documents for clients
  
• Drafting and reviewing corporate bylaws and membership agreements for membership associations and LLCs
  
• Conducting research on precedents and case law related to specific issues or industries to help attorneys develop legal strategies
  
• Researching existing laws and proposed legislation to track trends and identify issues that may impact the client s business
  
• Assisting in the preparation of tax returns and providing counsel on tax issues
  
• Providing advice to management regarding compliance with federal and state laws
  
• Drafting and reviewing agreements such as employment contracts, nondisclosure agreements, and non-compete agreements
  

Requirements

The candidate we are looking for, must have the following requirements.

• LL.B. B.L plus Company secretary qualification desirable
  
• minimum 10 years of experience
  
• Good experience in Litigation/Corporate
  
• Must have good knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Excel and Word.
  
• Good communication skills
  

Benefits

• Competitive Pay(NGN350,000)
  

• Avenues for professional development.
  

• Chance to work with an industry leader.
  

• Grow with the company.
  

• Work life balance.