Legal Compliance Officer

Job Summary

The Legal Compliance Officer at JMG Limited will be responsible for ensuring that the company operates in full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and industry standards. This role involves monitoring regulatory changes, conducting risk assessments, implementing compliance programs, and providing legal guidance to mitigate corporate exposure.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance

• Monitor and interpret local, state, and federal regulations affecting JMG Limited’s operations (e.g., labor laws, tax laws, health & safety, environmental, and industry-specific regulations).
• Ensure timely filing of statutory returns and maintenance of necessary business permits and licenses.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies such as CAC, FIRS, LIRS, NAFDAC (if applicable), NESREA, etc.

Policy Development & Implementation

• Develop, review, and update internal compliance policies, codes of conduct, and standard operating procedures.
• Implement anti-bribery, anti-corruption, data privacy, whistleblower, and conflict-of-interest policies.

Risk Management

• Conduct regular compliance risk assessments and internal audits.
• Identify potential legal and regulatory risks and recommend corrective actions.

Training & Awareness

• Organize compliance training sessions for employees and management.
• Promote a culture of integrity and ethical business practices.

Investigation & Reporting

• Investigate alleged violations of company policies or laws.
• Prepare and submit periodic compliance reports to the Head of Legal and senior management.
• Maintain a compliance incident log and recommend disciplinary or remedial actions.

Contract & Document Review

• Review contracts, agreements, and third-party engagements for compliance with legal standards.
• Ensure vendor and partner due diligence processes are followed.

Litigation Support

• Assist the legal team in preparing responses to regulatory inquiries, audits, or legal disputes.
• Maintain legal correspondence and compliance records.

QUALIFICATIONS

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from a recognized university.
• Bar Admission (e.g., Called to the Nigerian Bar) is mandatory.
• A Master’s degree (LL.M.) in Corporate Law, Compliance, or related field is an added advantage.
• Professional certification in compliance (e.g., Certified Compliance Professional – CCP, CAMS, or ICSAN) is highly desirable.

Experience

• Minimum of 3–5 years post-call experience in legal compliance, corporate law, or regulatory affairs.
• Proven experience in a similar role within the engineering, construction, manufacturing, or energy sector is a strong plus.
• Demonstrable experience dealing with regulatory bodies and filing statutory returns.

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