Vesa Fisheries has been serving the Nigerian economy for over 30 years, providing imported fresh and affordable frozen seafood to the Nigerian populace reaching out through our 3 branches in Lagos, Benin and Port Harcourt, thus creating value to customers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Legal

Location: Benin, Edo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Details
The Head of Legal will be responsible for:

• Coordinating activities of the company’s Legal Department;
• Developing and implementing of legal initiatives and systems,
• Following up with the company’s compliance with regulatory laws, expatriate quota, expatriate recruitment, visa processing, etc;
• Drafting contracts between the company and contractors; and
• Representing the company at designated court proceedings that may arise.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a First Degree in Law. Must be a Member of The Nigerian Bar Association
• Must have 7-10 years previous experience as a Head of Legal in a corporate organization

Skills and Competencies:

• Proficient computer skills including the ability to prepare spread sheets; knowledge of legal software is a plus;
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, demanding environment;
• Strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment;
• Detailed and versed understanding of corporate laws;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Informed decision making/sound judgement and excellent professional disposition; etc.

Salary
N300,000 to N400,000 / Month.

Application Closing Date
27th March, 2022.