Legal Counsel

We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates. Position Overview: - We are on a transformative journey and seeking to hire a young professional to join our diverse team as a Legal Counsel. In this role, you will work closely with the Head of Legal and other professionals and collaborate with other departments across the Group to support the day-to-day planning and delivery of projects using best practices. - This role will afford you satisfactory growth as a Legal Counsel through exposure to several oil and gas, renewable energy and maritime transactions. The Head of Legal and other seasoned professionals will provide guidance and direction on the day-to-day support this role will contribute to our projects/operations. Job Responsibilities: - As a Legal Counsel, you will be responsible for: - Conducting legal research and providing insightful briefs. - Drafting and review of legal documents and correspondences - Corporate governance and legal advisory on corporate and company restructuring. - Drafting, reviewing and negotiating Energy and Maritime-related Contracts. - Advisory on Regulatory Compliance across Oil & Gas, power and Maritime Sectors. - Review of Court processes and liaising with external counsels on any dispute resolution - Performing other duties that the Head of Legal may assign. Requirements: What are we looking for? - Bachelor's degree in law and a call to bar Certificate from Nigerian Law School. - 4-6 years post call experience in corporate and commercial law, oil & gas and/or Maritime Projects/Operations is desired. - An understanding of oil and gas bids and tender processes - A strong understanding on corporate governance and regulatory compliancd. - Prior experiences in JVs, Mergers, acquisitions, SPVs, PPP will be an added advantage - Proficiency in using MS Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other contract or EDMS tools are required - Time management and communication (written & oral) skills. - High analytical, proactive, attention-to-details and problem-solving skills. - Ability to work independently and effectively in a team.