Legal Officer at Hoop Telecoms

Job Summary

The Legal Officer will provide legal advisory support to Hoop Telecoms Limited, ensuring full compliance with Nigerian laws, telecoms regulations, contractual obligations, and corporate governance standards. This role requires strong experience within the telecommunications sector, as the officer will handle regulatory filings, site agreements, contract drafting, dispute resolution, vendor negotiations, and industry-specific compliance matters.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advisory & Compliance

• Provide legal opinions on telecoms operations, infrastructure projects, enterprise services, and regulatory requirements
• Ensure company compliance with NCC regulations, NITDA guidelines, labour laws, tax legislation, and other applicable statutes
• Prepare and review regulatory submissions, licenses, permits, and documentation required by government agencies
• Monitor legal and regulatory changes affecting telecoms operations and advise management accordingly

Contract Drafting & Review

• Draft, vet, and negotiate contracts, including:
  • Fibre deployment agreements
  • Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
  • Lease and colocation site agreements
  • Vendor and supplier contracts
  • NDAs, MDAs, and partnership agreements
• Ensure all contracts protect the company's interests and reflect industry standards

Dispute Resolution & Litigation Management

• Manage internal and external disputes related to telecoms services, customer complaints, and operational issues
• Liaise with external solicitors and monitor litigation processes
• Prepare case files, evidence, and documentation for legal proceedings

Corporate Governance

• Support board activities, prepare board resolutions, and maintain statutory records
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance codes and internal policies
• Participate in policy creation and audits relating to Legal & Compliance

Operational Support

Provide administrative and operational support to the Legal & Compliance function as required.