Senior Legal Manager at Benin Electricity Distribution Plc

Benin Electricity Distribution Plc. (BEDC) is one of the retail electricity distribution companies licensed by the federal government Benin Electricity Disco ("BEDC” or "Benin Disco”) is one of the successor distribution companies (Discos) created following the unbundling and privatization of the state-owned Power Utility, Power Holding Company of Nigeria Plc. BEDC is responsible for retail distribution of electricity in Delta, Edo, Ekiti, and Ondo States with geographical coverage of 55,770 square kilometers. The company operates from twenty five (25) business districts with approximately 350 offices located across the four (4) states with about 13 million people and about 4 million households.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Legal Manager

Location: Edo
Employment Type: Full time

Job Description

• As the Senior Manager, Legal at BEDC Electricity Plc, you will play a pivotal role in our legal department, overseeing legal affairs and company secretariat duties.
• Your extensive experience will be crucial in navigating the complex legal and corporate governance landscape of our industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage legal functions, including contract negotiation, compliance, and dispute resolution.
• Develop and implement legal strategies to protect the company's interests.
• Mentor and guide legal professionals within the department.
• Oversee company secretariat duties, ensuring adherence to statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Provide expert legal counsel to senior management on a wide range of issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure legal compliance across all aspects of the business.
• Manage intellectual property, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• LLB (Hons) BL (Masters would be added advantage).
• Experience in handling complex legal matters and providing strategic legal counsel.
• Adaptable and forward-thinking with the ability to navigate legal challenges.
• Minimum of 17 years post call experience, with a focus on corporate law, governance, and company secretariat duties.
• Strong knowledge of industry-specific legal frameworks and regulations.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor a legal team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from N750,000 - N900,000 Net Monthly depending on your experience 
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in the distribution industry.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: [email protected] using "Senior legal manager" as the subject of the email.

Note: If you are a seasoned legal professional with a passion for corporate law, governance, and company secretariat duties, we encourage you to apply.

Application Deadline 13th November, 2023.