Legal Advisor at National Institute of Credit Administration

Job Summary

• To serve as a Legal counsel and handle all complex legal matters and projects. You will ensure the legality of commercial transactions and advise our company on legal rights and duties.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing legal support and advice to our organization on a wide range of legal issues, including contract negotiations, corporate governance, intellectual property (trademark), and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including but not limited to commercial agreements, employment contracts, and license agreements.
• Provide guidance on corporate governance and compliance issues, including company policies and procedures.
• Stay current on changes in laws and regulations affecting the organization.
• Research, anticipate, and guard the company against legal risks.
• Collaborate with departmental heads to provide strategic and tactical legal support.

Qualifications:

• First degree in Law (LL.B) and admission to the Nigerian bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of cognate experience in corporate law, intellectual property law, or related field.
• Proven experience in research, analysis, and legal advisory on fundamental business matters
• Experience in contract drafting and negotiation as well as dispute resolution,
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex legal issues to non-lawyers.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive legal matters with discretion.
• You have solid experience in Business Establishment, Contract Management, Corporate Governance & Compliance, Data Protection, Litigation, Restructuring & Insolvency, and Tax.
• Have experience working with Government Agencies and Parastatals 
• Ample experience drawing up and reviewing legal documentation such as contracts, NDA's, MOU's etc.
• Good grasp of Nigeria's Legal Environment and laws