Legal Officer/ Executive Assistant

About the Role

This dual-role position combines legal support and executive-level assistance, offering excellent career growth opportunities. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality legal guidance while ensuring the CEO's daily operations run smoothly and efficiently. You will play a strategic role in managing legal documentation, risk, and compliance, while also offering critical administrative support to the CEO.

Success in this role requires being proactive, detail-oriented, highly confidential, legally sound, and well-organized. You will support the CEO and contribute to the overall stability, legal integrity, and strategic efficiency of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and manage contracts, NDAs, agreements, and legal documents
• Provide legal advice on business matters, compliance, and regulatory frameworks
• Support legal filings, licensing, and renewals
• Coordinate with external legal counsel when needed
• Maintain accurate legal records and manage the company's legal documentation
• Manage the CEO's calendar, meetings, and communications
• Attend meetings and record accurate minutes
• Act as a liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB)
• Called to the Nigerian Bar
• Minimum of 3 years post-call experience, preferably in a corporate or commercial legal setting
• Strong understanding of Nigerian legal and regulatory frameworks
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and executive productivity tools
• High level of integrity, organization, and discretion
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and meet tight deadlines