Beacongate Limited is an HR Consulting Firm, offering a wide range of HR support services to organizations in the area of advisory, recruitment, training, business coaching, outsourcing, and HR services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• As a Legal Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring legal compliance, managing contracts, and providing legal support to various departments.
• The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of industry/sector regulations, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Stay abreast of relevant laws and regulations affecting the company.
• Monitor and assess the organization’s compliance with legal standards and industry regulations.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
• Work closely with various departments to ensure contracts align with business objectives and comply with legal requirements.
• Maintain a centralized repository for all legal documents.
• Provide legal guidance to internal stakeholders on a wide range of legal issues.
• Conduct legal research to support decision-making and problem-solving.
• Collaborate with external legal counsel as necessary.
• Identify potential legal risks and propose strategies to mitigate them.
• Assist in the development and implementation of risk management programs.
• Conduct periodic legal audits to assess and address potential risks.
• Manage and oversee legal disputes, including liaising with external counsel.
• Provide support in alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law.
• 5 – 7 years relevant work experience.
• Admission to the Bar is an advantage.
• Years of experience as a Legal Officer or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of industry/sector regulations and legal principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Application Closing Date
31st March, 2024.