Legal Officer Job Opening in Nigeria,January 7th 2013

Our organization is a reputable State agency with regulatory functions. In furtherance of its objectives, interested candidates are invited to apply for the position of legal officer.
 
JOB TITLE: LEGAL OFFICER (SENIOR EXECUTIVE)
 
JOB DESCRIPTION
Draft and review of contracts and service level agreements
Assist in the development of guidelines, policies, procedures
Analyse and review legal agreements, legislation and documents for the Board
Keep abreast of relevant legal and regulatory developments, laws and government policies.
Implements an effective legislative intelligence and advisory systems which support the organisation's strategic and operational plans;
Manages the organisation’s relationship with external counsel and relevant government agencies
Prepare periodic reports for senior management and head of departments’ consideration.
Ensure (internal & external) compliance with laid down guidelines, policies and procedures
Assist with company secretarial and administrative duties
Provide legal assistance/ support for heads of departments.
Interface with corporate entities and individual over compliance and regulatory issues
Perform other sundry duties assigned by the Legal Adviser
 
REQUIREMENTS
Excellent written & verbal communication skills
Interested in Corporate law and company secretarial duties
Possess good business and critical thinking skills
Ability to work with minimum supervision, prioritize assignments and deliver superior results
A strong work ethic characterized by high integrity and professionalism
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Must demonstrate the ability to process information and make clear and definite recommendations on course of action

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
A graduate degree in law (minimum of second class lower)
Member of the Nigerian Bar Association
3 years post call experience
Sound knowledge of Microsoft office suite- especially Word, PowerPoint and Excel
 
Method of Application
Interested candidates should send their resume to [email protected]

Application Deadline: 21st January  2013.