Job for an Associate Lawyer in a reputable Law firm in Lagos

XL Enterprise Solutions Limited - Our client, a reputable Law firm in Lagos enjoying substantial growth and on a mission to be the preferred provider of legal services in Nigeria is seeking to recruit talented and enthusiastic professional to fill the position below:     Job Title: Associate Lawyer Reference: AL/01/09. Location: Lekki, Lagos. Role Description

• To carry out the day-to-day legal work for clients as may be directed by the partner and handle other legal administrative matters at the Firm.

• A law degree (LLB) from a reputable university
• Minimum of 3- 5 years post NYSC experience in a reputable Law firm.

• Ability to comprehend complex matters and identify the laws that are applicable to them.
• Possess a thorough knowledge of the legal procedures and be updated with the current developments.
• Be proficient in computers and ability to maintain, update and modify the documents needed during the presentations in the court.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to handle competing deadlines
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to prepare motions, briefs and conference notes
• Prepare arbitration papers and other documents.
• Have persuasive communication skills that will help in building trust and broadening the client base.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
• Ability to attend hearings, conferences, interviews and trials.
• Well developed analytical and problem solving skills
• Be energetic, highly motivated and results oriented
• Be a self-starter with a ‘can do’ attitude
• Good multitasking capabilities

• Aged between 30 years and 40 years.
• Male or Female

• Your application should include details of your current/last employment, position held, current/last salary and expected minimum salary for the job applied for.
• Job reference number must be indicated on Applicant’s CV