In-House Counsel

Responsibilities:

Contract Management & Advisory

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including client service agreements, vendor contracts, lease agreements, and partnership agreements.
• Ensure all contracts align with company policies and applicable laws.
• Provide legal advice on contract terms and business deals.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations governing advertising, signage, and outdoor media.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies such as Lagos State Signage and Advertisement Agency and other authorities where necessary.
• Monitor changes in legislation and advise management accordingly.

Risk Management:

• Identify legal risks and provide proactive solutions to mitigate them.
• Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance.

Dispute Resolution & Litigation:

• Manage disputes, claims, and litigation involving the company.
• Liaise with external counsel and represent the company in legal proceedings where required.
• Handle debt recovery and enforcement matters.

Corporate Governance:

• Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards and statutory requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation of legal records and company filings.

Operational Legal Support:

• Provide legal support to departments such as Client Service, Operations, Finance, and HR.
• Advise on employment matters, disciplinary actions, and labor law compliance.

Intellectual Property Management:

• Protect the company’s intellectual property, including trademarks, creative assets, and advertising content.
• Handle IP-related disputes and registrations

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B); BL from the Nigerian Law School.
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience as a legal practitioner or in-house counsel.
• Experience in media, advertising, real estate, or commercial law is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian contract law, corporate law, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.