Senior Legal Officer at Periwinkle Residences
Periwinkle Residences
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 3 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: Senior Legal Officer – Real Estate
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Officer to join our dynamic team at Periwinkle Residences. If you have a passion for real estate law, impeccable attention to detail, and the ability to safeguard business interests while enabling growth, we want to hear from you.
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) and BL certification
- Master's in Law (LL.M) is an advantage
- Minimum of 10 years post-call experience
- At least 5 years of experience in real estate law
- Active membership in the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
Required Skills and Competencies
- Strong understanding of Nigerian property law, land documentation, and compliance requirements
- Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills
- Outstanding communication abilities
- Meticulous attention to detail