Legal Officer at Empirefly International

Job Details

• Draft and review contracts and service level agreements;
• Assist in the development of guidelines, policies, procedures;
• Analyse and review legal agreements,legislation and documents for the Board;
• Ensure (internal & external) compliance with laid down guidelines, policies and procedures; investigate issues of non-compliance as may be required;
• Provide legal assistance/ support for heads of departments;
• Follow up with corporate entities over compliance and regulatory issues, making sure that the company is in compliance with regulatory codes;
• Keep abreast of relevant legal and regulatory developments, laws and government policies; advise the organization when changes are made to the laws;
• Implement effective legal and advisory systems which support the organization's strategic and operational plans;
• Manage the organizations relationship with external counsel and relevant government agencies;
• Prepare periodic reports for senior management and head of departments consideration;
• Any other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications/Experience

• A graduate degree in law (minimum of second class lower).
• Member of the Nigerian Bar Association.
• 5 years post NYSC experience.
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft office applications especially Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Excellent written &verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law; commitment and enthusiasm in the delivery of the organization's objectives;
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion.