Gokada is a leading technology startup in Africa’s largest economy, Nigeria, and has the potential to become one of the most impactful companies in all of Africa. Our Mission is to make African Cities easier, better, and more enjoyable to live in by empowering the lives of people through technology. Our Vision is to be the biggest Super App for Africa and we aim to make Africa Cities easier, better, and more enjoyable to live in by empowering the lives of people through technology.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Compliance Legal Officer

Location: Lagos
Experience Level: Mid Level

About the Role

• This position will focus on mitigating risks through the design, implementation, and enforcement of policies and procedures that ensure operation activities are undertaken within the boundaries of the law and compliant with the rules and restrictions set out by regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

• Attend court cases involving riders against the company.
• File cases against guarantors and riders that have absconded with the company bike for too long.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures that meet laws and sector-specific rules and regulations outlined by relevant regulatory agencies.
• Retrieve bikes from government agencies.
• Advising the team on legal or regulatory issues regarding compliance.
• Draft and review legal documents.

Requirements

• Minimum of an LL.B
• Compliance legal industry-specific experience
• Understanding of the law and sector-specific rules, guidelines, and regulations
• Good Understanding of contractual law
• Ability to avert downstream legal risks
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft tools.

Why Gokada?

• Meaningful Rewards: Competitive base pay, Flexible Leave Plan, Health Insurance, Training & Skills Development
• Meaningful Work: Your role at Gokada will directly contribute to improving the livelihoods of many Africans
• Personal Growth: Opportunity to leave your mark on one of the fastest-growing organizations in Africa
• The Best Team: Work with a motivated and talented team who have a common shared vision.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.