Company Lawyer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated professional. Position Overview: - The Company Lawyer at Linkorg Network Limited is responsible for providing comprehensive legal support and guidance, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations while protecting the company’s interests. - This role involves advising on various legal matters, including contracts, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, intellectual property, and dispute resolution. Key Responsibilities: - Reviewing contracts on behalf of the company. - Drafting up terms and conditions of company product. - Watching leads for company in court of law in any court case. - Representing company at the court of law. - Ensure the company complies with its statutory and regulatory requirements. - Monitor changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment and take appropriate action. - Develop and oversee the systems that ensure the company complies with all applicable codes, in addition to its legal and statutory requirements. - Provide expert legal advice to senior management on various legal matters, including corporate governance, commercial contracts, labour law, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance. - Ensure the company’s operations comply with applicable laws and regulations. - Monitor changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment and take appropriate action. Required Skills and Competencies - Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B) from a recognized institution; a Master’s degree (LL.M) is an advantage. Must be a qualified lawyer admitted to practice law in Nigeria (e.g., called to bar). - Minimum of 5 years of experience in a corporate legal environment; experience in telecommunications is preferred. - Strong understanding of Nigerian telecommunications laws and regulations. - Excellent negotiation skills with strong attention to detail. - Strong analytical skills for interpreting complex legislation and contracts. - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement. - Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment. -  Proficiency in using legal research tools and software applications.