Legal/Admin Officer

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and manage legal documents, contracts, agreements, and correspondence
• Conduct legal research, prepare memos, and provide advice on regulatory, corporate, or business issues
• Liaise with external counsel, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders as required
• Coordinate board meetings, prepare agendas, minutes, and follow-ups
• Maintain and organise corporate records, policy manuals, and legal filings
• Oversee administrative operations: office management, procurement, facilities, and vendor management
• Support HR administrative tasks, such as employment contracts, onboarding, and compliance with labour laws
• Monitor changes in relevant local, state, and national laws and ensure organisational compliance
• Assist in risk management initiatives, compliance audits, and internal controls
• Provide general administrative support to senior management as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B) or related field; additional qualifications (LL.M, paralegal certification) a plus
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in a legal or legal-administrative role, preferably in a corporate setting
• Strong understanding of Nigerian laws and regulatory frameworks
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• High level of attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving ability
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and document-management systems
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information with discretion
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well across different departments

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Professional development and training opportunities
• A dynamic and supportive work environment
• Health and other employee benefits (to be specified)
• Opportunity to contribute significantly to a growing company in a strategic role