Senior Legal Officer

About this role

Denaro Properties Limited, a Lagos-based real estate development and advisory company, is seeking a Senior Legal Officer. The role focuses on providing legal support for property transactions, regulatory compliance, and dispute management to protect the company’s interests. The position involves drafting and negotiating legal documents, handling property title searches and due diligence, and coordinating with external lawyers and agencies. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of Nigerian property and contract law, and a track record in real estate law. The company emphasises practical legal guidance aligned with business needs and corporate governance.

What you would do

• Draft, review and negotiate property sale agreements, tenancy agreements, leases, deeds of assignment and other legal documents
• Conduct and supervise title searches, due diligence, and verification of land ownership
• Provide legal advice on real estate transactions, development, corporate matters and regulatory compliance
• Manage property documentation, title perfection, registrations and related statutory processes
• Liaise with external solicitors, government agencies, regulatory bodies, land registries and other institutions
• Handle legal disputes, claims, debt recovery and litigation with external counsel
• Identify legal risks in property transactions and suggest mitigation measures
• Protect company interests in transactions with investors, contractors, consultants and clients
• Maintain an organised legal records management system and monitor contractual obligations
• Support management with corporate governance and legal risk management

What they are asking for

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from a recognised university
• Qualify at Nigerian Law School and be admitted to the Nigerian Bar
• Minimum of five years post-call experience
• Experience in real estate law, property transactions, land documentation and title verification
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian property and contract law, land administration and regulatory requirements
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills
• High professional integrity, attention to detail and sound judgment
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital document management tools
• Commercially aware, proactive, and able to translate legal advice into business solutions

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