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Legal Officer
Periwinkle Residences
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 2 months ago · Expires 3 weeks from now
Job description
We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates.
Position Overview:
- We are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Officer to join our dynamic team.
- If you have a passion for real estate law, impeccable attention to detail, and the ability to safeguard business interests while enabling growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
- Oversee title documentation, land regularization, and property registration processes.
- Provide legal advisory support on all real estate transactions.
- Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and internal policies.
- Liaise with government agencies, regulators, and external solicitors.
- Manage legal disputes, arbitration, and litigation processes.
- Conduct due diligence on property acquisitions and partnerships.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B), BL; Master’s in Law (LL.M) is an advantage.
- Minimum of 8 years post-call experience, with at least 5 years in real estate law.
- Membership in the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) is mandatory.
- Strong understanding of Nigerian property law, land documentation, and compliance.
- Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.