Legal Services Jobs in Nigeria
Legal Services jobs across Nigeria are in low demand, with more than 43 current job vacancies. 16 employers are urgently looking to hire immediately in key roles such as legal associate, attorney, in-house counsel, associate, and legal practitioner.
Salary & BenefitsTypical salaries for entry-level legal services roles range from ₦110,000.00 to ₦325,000.00 per month. Senior roles can earn upwards of ₦110,000.00. Few roles include commission or performance bonus.
Job benefits often include opportunities for professional growth and career advancement, exposure to high-profile commercial litigation and complex legal matters, and a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
Skills & ExperienceEmployers typically require a degree or OND and skills such as communication, legal research, confidentiality, and time management.
For junior roles, 1 to 2 years of experience is typically required, while senior roles generally require 5 years or more.
Key Responsibilities & TasksTypical duties include prepare, review, and file incorporation documents with relevant regulatory bodies, handle post-incorporation services including statutory registrations and compliance filing, ensure timely processing of annual returns and other statutory obligations, and manage end-to-end business incorporation processes for clients.
Senior professionals are often responsible for ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies, support regulatory engagements and liaise with relevant authorities where required, provide legal advice on commercial transactions, partnerships, and trade-related matters, draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and memoranda, and advise management on legal risks and mitigation strategies.
Industries & CompaniesLegal Services roles are highly sought after in law & compliance, real estate, and it & telecoms across Nigeria.
Leading employers currently hiring include Blacksmith Associates, Stephanie Nicholas Solutions, and Odixcity Consulting.
2 weeks ago
We are seeking a highly motivated Attorney to join our growing team. The successful candidate will work closely with Partners and Associates on commercial advisory work, litigation, and human rights matters. This role offers strong exposure, hands-on responsibility, and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic practice.
2 weeks ago
We are seeking a highly motivated Associate to join our growing team. The successful candidate will work closely with Partners and Senior Associates on commercial advisory work, litigation, and human rights matters. This role offers strong exposure, hands-on responsibility, and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic practice.
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Blacksmith Associates
Legal Services
2 weeks ago
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Attorney to join our growing team. The successful candidate will work closely with Partners and Senior Associates on commercial advisory work, litigation, and human rights matters. This role offers strong exposure, hands-on responsibility, and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic practice.
2 months ago
A reputable law firm is seeking a smart, highly skilled, and experienced Corporate Commercial Lawyer to join its expanding team. The ideal candidate will have solid experience advising corporate clients and handling a wide range of commercial transactions.
2 months ago
A reputable and fast-growing law firm in Victoria Island is seeking smart, driven, and committed Litigation Associates to join its legal team. The ideal candidate must be highly skilled in courtroom advocacy, legal research, and drafting, with a strong passion for litigation practice.
2 months ago
Reporting to the Managing Partner, the Associate Solicitor will work collaboratively with other professionals and paralegals to provide rigorously developed solutions to client problems in a timely and cost-effective manner. The principal areas of practice include Dispute Resolution, Corporate and Commercial Law, Banking, Intellectual Property ...
Today
NairaPoint is looking to hire a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Officer (MFB / Finance House Experience) to support legal and regulatory compliance across business operations. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a Microfinance Bank (MFB) or Finance House, with strong knowledge of contracts, regulatory compliance, and corpora ...
Runabeat Africa Limited
Legal Services
2 days ago
We are seeking a highly organised, intelligent junior lawyer to support our team of remote lawyers. This role involves using Google applications to organise folders, manage email communications, organise documents and perform form-filling tasks. The ideal candidate must be smart, hardworking and enthusiastic with strong communication skills.
2 days ago
Experienced Legal Advisor providing strategic legal guidance to support organizational objectives while ensuring full compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Skilled in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts; managing legal risk; and advising senior management on corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters.
Blackpine Legal Professional Corporation
Legal Services
2 days ago
We are currently seeking a qualified and motivated legal analyst to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with strong attention to detail, excellent research and writing skills to contribute to a fast-paced legal environment.
2 days ago
Our client, a premier real estate organisation in Abuja, is seeking a seasoned, governance-focused Chief Compliance Officer with 5 years of experience, including significant time in senior executive positions. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in strategic planning, regulatory compliance, risk management, and internal audits
The Kendall Law Group
Legal Services
6 days ago
Our boutique law firm is seeking an experienced Attorney to support our Trusts & Estates, Landlord–Tenant, and general litigation practices. This fully remote position requires strong independent work skills, excellent judgment, and the ability to manage a high-volume caseload with minimal supervision.
1 week ago
The Senior Legal Officer is responsible for providing sophisticated, professional legal advice, support, and assistance to the company
1 week ago
We are seeking a Junior Lawyer with at least one (1) year post-call experience to support the legal functions of the organization. The successful candidate will assist in legal research, documentation, compliance, and general legal advisory under supervision.
1 week ago
We are seeking a dedicated and hardworking NYSC member with a legal background to join our law firm as a Litigation Lawyer. The ideal candidate will assist in court proceedings, legal research, drafting of legal documents, and general litigation support under senior counsel supervision.
Sancoj
Legal Services
1 week ago
The Objective: To provide unbiased, cold-fact intelligence on land tracts exceeding 50+ acres. You are an independent investigator, NOT a real estate agent. You do not earn commissions or "success fees" from sellers. You are paid to identify risks, liabilities, and reasons why we should NOT proceed with a purchase.
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