REPORT TO:

•  Head, Legal

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Management of all litigation and dispute resolution files in the firm as a member of the litigation & dispute resolution team.

·         Conduct legal research; develop litigation strategies, draft court processes and resolution of disputes.

·         Structure, negotiate and draft agreements

·         Conduct due diligence and draft agreements on property transactions

·         Conducting legal research, fact-gathering and analysis on legal issues as maybe assigned by senior associates or partners

·         Conducting or attending meetings on behalf of the firm or clients

·         Maintain proper, effective and prompt court appearances 

·         Developing articles on complex legal issues

REQUIREMENTS/DUTIES:

·         Advanced problem-solving skills 

·         Excellent oral and written communication skills 

·         Strong negotiation skills 

·         Client communication and service skills 

·         Ability to plan, schedule and coordinate effectively

·         Minimum of University degree in law, Call to Bar Certification and membership of the Nigerian Bar

·         LL.M as an added advantage 

·         In-depth understanding of the dispute resolution processes and Commercial transactions.

·         Minimum of five (5) years working experience with a strong litigation bias

·         Integrity 

·         Proactive self-starter 

·         Assertiveness & tenacity

·         Ability to interact well with external parties 

·         Ability to deal with a broad range of legal issues

·         Highly organized and significant ability to multi-task effectively

·          Ability to cope with and work under pressure 

LOCATION:

Lagos, Ikoyi

PAY:

N 120,000 – N 150,000.