About this role
A Legal Associate role at Hitech Construction Company Limited in Lagos. The position involves handling contracts, agreements and legal documents, offering advice on corporate and contractual matters, and ensuring compliance with laws and internal policies. The role requires drafting, research, and liaison with external counsel and stakeholders, while managing deadlines and maintaining records. It targets lawyers with a proven background in corporate and commercial law and strong drafting and negotiation skills to support legal and administrative functions. The employer operates as a building and civil engineering contractor with offices in Lagos and other locations in Nigeria.
What you would do
- Draft, review and manage contracts, agreements, MOUs and other legal documents
- Provide legal advice on corporate, commercial and contractual matters
- Conduct legal research and interpret contractual obligations
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and internal policies
- Maintain accurate legal records and documentation
- Liaise with external legal counsel and internal stakeholders
- Monitor legal deadlines, filings and compliance reports
- Support contract negotiations and other legal administrative functions
What they are asking for
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)
- Minimum of two years post-qualification experience as a lawyer
- Strong experience in corporate and commercial law
- Excellent legal drafting, research, negotiation and communication skills
- Good knowledge of corporate compliance and legal documentation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong attention to detail, confidentiality and ability to work under pressure
- Experience in financial services or regulatory compliance is an added advantage
- Relevant postgraduate or professional qualifications are desirable
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