Welcome2Africa International (W2A) is a leading investment and trade facilitation company that focuses on key sectors such as Agriculture, Maritime, Energy, and Solid Minerals in Nigeria. We provide support to investors, multinationals, and key stakeholders within and outside Africa to advance their trade and investment goals by providing an array of services and programs. Our aim is to establish Welcome2Africa International as a center of excellence for facilitating investments and trade across the African continent.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal and Expansion Officer

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Legal and Expansion Officer role at Welcome2africa International is a critical strategic role responsible for supporting the organization’s legal compliance, risk management, and business expansion initiatives.
• This position plays a key role in navigating W2A’s expansion project’s legal complexities and identifying opportunities for organizational growth across various markets and jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities
Legal Compliance and Research:

• Conduct in-depth legal research on regulatory requirements
• Ensure organizational compliance with local and international laws
• Monitor changes in legal landscapes affecting the organization

Business Expansion Support:

• Assist in developing market entry strategies
• Conduct thorough market feasibility studies
• Analyze potential legal barriers to expansion

Contract Management:

• Draft, review, and analyze legal contracts and agreements
• Ensure contractual terms align with organizational objective
• Provide legal interpretations of complex contract terms

Strategic Support:

• Provide legal insights for strategic decision-making
• Support organizational strategic planning
• Offer legal perspectives on business initiatives
• The Legal and Expansion Officer will be reporting directly to the Legal and Expansion Lead and also perform other duties as deemed fit by the Lead.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB), membership in a recognized legal body is an added advantage
• Experience: 3+ years of legal experience, with a strong background in corporate law, government relations, project management and compliance.
• Notable experience in supporting organizational growth, and providing legal administrative support.
• Strong understanding of corporate legal principles and proficiency in legal document preparation.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance processes.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with a track record of managing contracts and legal agreements.
• Ability to manage and mitigate legal risks in emerging markets and across multiple jurisdictions.
• Excellent research and documentation skills.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) coverage for you and your dependents.
• Competitive Salary: Attractive remuneration package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
• Flexible Work Environment: Support for work-life balance with flexible working hours.
• Networking Opportunities: Engage with key stakeholders and international partners in the agribusiness and energy sectors.
• 13th-month salary, based on organizational performance.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects and collaborate with a diverse and talented team.

Application Closing Date
14th January, 2025.