Head of Legal and Company Secetary

About this role

Refin Homes Limited seeks a Head of Legal and Company Secretary in Lagos. The role combines legal advisory, corporate governance and regulatory compliance, overseeing the company’s legal matters and secretarial duties. The position is aimed at someone with experience in company secretarial practice, governance and commercial law, preferably with real estate or construction sector exposure. The employer operates in real estate, construction and property development with a focus on affordable housing and community development. The role reports to the Managing Director / executive management.

What you would do

• Provide legal advice on corporate, commercial and operational matters.
• Draft, review and vet contracts, MOUs, leases and related documents.
• Review and negotiate construction and consultant contracts.
• Manage legal risks and coordinate external solicitors for disputes.
• Conduct legal due diligence on properties and review property documentation.
• Liaise with land registries, agencies and stakeholders on property matters.
• Organise Board and statutory meetings and prepare notices, agendas, minutes and resolutions.
• Maintain statutory registers and ensure timely filing of corporate documents with CAC.
• Monitor compliance with CAMA 2020 and other governance requirements.
• Review employment contracts and HR-related documents and provide guidance on employee relations.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B).
• Barrister-at-Law (B.L) and called to the Nigerian Bar.
• 3-5 years post-call experience.
• Experience in company secretarial, corporate governance and commercial law.
• Experience in real estate, construction or property development preferred.
• Knowledge of CAMA 2020, Nigerian property laws, contract law and regulatory compliance.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, research and analytical skills.
• Good organisational, communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.

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