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Job DescriptionsConduct legal research and provide support on legal matters.Draft, review, and proofread contracts, agreements, letters, and other legal documents.Assist with reviewing commercial and business agreements.Maintain and organise legal documents and recordsAssist with legal correspondence and documentation.Support due diligence and other legal assignments as required.Identify potential legal risks and escalate matters requiring further legal attention.Perform other legal duties as assigned.

Job DescriptionsProviding comprehensive legal advisory services across corporate and commercial law.Ensuring robust regulatory compliance for various business operations.Conducting in-depth legal research and drafting precise legal documents.Contributing to significant legal matters, leveraging modern tools and processes to drive efficiency and effectiveness within the legal function.This role offers a unique chance to contribute meaningfully to complex legal challenges and advance your career within a practice that embraces innovation and professional excellence.

About the Mastercard Foundation Associates ProgramAre you a driven, recent graduate eager to launch your career and contribute to meaningful social impact across Africa? The Mastercard Foundation Associates Program offers a unique 12-month opportunity for talented young professionals to gain invaluable experience, develop critical skills, and build a robust professional network.This prestigious 12-month contract program is designed to cultivate the next generation of African leaders. Associates will engage in hands-on work within various sectors, contributing to impactful projects aligned with the Mastercard Foundation's mission to enable learning and livelihoods for young people in Africa.What You Will GainProfessional Development: Engage in structured learning, mentorship, and practical assignments to sharpen your professional competencies and leadership skills.Real-World Impact: Contribute directly to initiatives that address pressing social and economic challenges across the region.Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry leaders, experts, and a vibrant community of fellow Associates and Mastercard Foundation partners.Career Launchpad: Build a strong foundation for your future career, gaining experience that is highly valued in the development and private sectors.Program LocationsThis program is available in multiple locations across Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, Sierra Leone, and The Gambia. Successful candidates will be placed based on program needs and their profile.

Job DescriptionsDraft, review, and manage tenancy agreements, leases, property management agreements, service agreements, NDAs, and other commercial contracts.Provide legal support on property transactions, including property acquisitions, leases, renewals, terminations, assignments, and other real estate-related matters.Conduct legal due diligence on properties, landlords, tenants, vendors, and other stakeholders, and identify potential legal or contractual risks.Advise management and relevant teams on property laws, tenancy matters, contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and general corporate/commercial issues.Support dispute resolution and litigation matters involving tenants, landlords, contractors, vendors, and other property-related stakeholders, including liaison with external counsel where required.Maintain accurate legal records, support regulatory and statutory compliance, conduct legal research, and prepare legal opinions, notices, correspondence, and other documentation as required.

Job DescriptionsProvide legal advice and guidance to management and business units across all subsidiaries and projects.Draft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts, including joint venture agreements, concession agreements, EPC contracts, financing agreements, service contracts, and PPP documentation.Ensure contractual obligations are clearly defined, legally sound, and aligned with the Group’s strategic objectives.Support land acquisition, property development, leasing, and title documentation for real estate projects.Ensure compliance with all applicable local, national, and international laws affecting the Group’s operations, including construction, energy, transportation, and public-sector regulations.Monitor regulatory changes and advise management on legal and compliance implications.Develop, implement, and maintain compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures across the Group.Liaise with regulatory authorities, government agencies, and external legal advisers as required.Support corporate governance activities, including board resolutions, statutory filings, and company secretarial matters.Ensure subsidiaries comply with corporate, tax, labour, environmental, and industry-specific regulations.Maintain corporate records, licenses, permits, and statutory documentation.Identify legal and compliance risks across projects and operations and recommend mitigation strategies.Manage disputes, claims, and litigation in collaboration with external counsel.Support arbitration, mediation, and dispute resolution processes related to construction, financing, and PPP projects.Guide risk allocation in project financing and partnership agreements.

Job DescriptionsDraft, review, and support the negotiation of commercial agreements, contracts, MOUs, and other legal documents.Provide legal research and advisory support on operational, commercial, employment, and regulatory matters.Assist in monitoring NOBZO’s compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.Support the Legal Directorate in maintaining corporate records, contracts, legal correspondence, and compliance documentation.Conduct legal research and prepare briefs, opinions, and reports as required.Assist with legal due diligence for prospective partnerships, business arrangements, and other corporate activities.Support the identification, assessment, and escalation of potential legal and regulatory risks.Assist with dispute resolution, legal correspondence, and liaison with external counsel where required.Support the review and updating of internal policies, agreements, and legal templates.Collaborate with other Directorates to ensure legal considerations are properly addressed in business and operational activities.Perform other legal and compliance duties assigned by the Director of Legal or Lawyer II.

Job DescriptionsManage the Department’s calendar, meetings, appointments and action trackers.Maintain and update the Department’s physical and electronic filing systems and ensure easy retrieval of documents.Maintain and update the contracts register of contracts including execution, expiry, renewal and other key dates.Maintain and update the litigation/dispute trackers including court dates, deadlines, external counsel updates and legal fees.Track statutory, regulatory and other Department tasks, deadlines, filings and deliverables.Support contract administration processes, including document circulation, execution tracking and record maintenance.Assist with legal research, data gathering and preparation of routine reports, presentations and correspondence as assigned.Coordinate engagements with external counsel, consultants and service providers, including processing and tracking invoices and supporting documentation.Schedule and coordinate departmental meetings and maintain records of key action items where required.Coordinate departmental events including retreats, workshops and other team activities including logistics and vendor management.Assist with preparing presentations, reports and other materials required by the Head, Legal & Company Secretary.Provide general administrative support to the members of the Department and assist with special projects as required.Manage departmental calendars, meeting schedules and logistical arrangements.Perform any other reasonable administrative or coordination duties assigned by the Head, Legal & Company Secretary from time to time.

Job DescriptionsDraft, review, vet and negotiate high-value product supply and service contracts, BIMCO agreements, charter parties, and Master Service Agreements (MSAs).Ensure total compliance with the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development (NOGICD) Act and NCDMB directives.Manage maritime claims, dispute resolutions, arbitrations, and litigation processes.Oversee anti-bribery, anti-corruption (FCPA, UK Bribery Act), and anti-money laundering (AML) compliance programs.Provide legal and compliance counsel in high-value strategic meetings and contribute legal and regulatory insights to corporate strategy.

Job DescriptionsProvide legal guidance on business operations, contracts, and agreementsReview and draft contracts, agreements, and other legal documentsManage litigation and disputes.Develop and implement compliance policies and procedures, including:Data protection policies (NDPA and GDPR)Anti-money laundering (AML) policiesWhistleblowing policiesMonitor and report compliance with laws and regulationsConduct training and awareness programsEnsure compliance with NDPA and GDPR regulations, including:Data subject requests and complaintsData breach reporting and managementLiaise with regulatory bodies (e.g., CAC, NDPC)Obtain necessary licenses and permitsEnsure compliance with Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) and other regulatory requirementsMaintain company records and registersPrepare and file statutory returns with CAC

Job DescriptionsProvide legal advice to the Board, Management, and various business units on corporate, commercial, employment, regulatory, and operational matters.Draft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts, agreements, MOUs, NDAs, leases, service agreements, and other legal documents.Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and contractual risks affecting the organisation.Ensure compliance with applicable Nigerian laws, regulations, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.Oversee litigation, disputes, legal claims, and other contentious matters, including the management of external solicitors.Advise Management on employment and labour-related legal matters in collaboration with HR.Provide guidance on corporate governance, statutory obligations, Board matters, and company secretarial requirements where applicable.Maintain proper custody of corporate, legal, statutory, and contractual records.Monitor changes in legislation and regulations and advise Management on their potential impact on the business.Develop and review legal policies, procedures, templates, and compliance frameworks.Support major business transactions, investments, partnerships, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives from a legal perspective.Liaise with government agencies, regulators, external counsel, consultants, and other relevant stakeholders.Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop members of the Legal/Compliance team.Provide legal training and awareness sessions to employees where necessary.Prepare legal reports and provide regular updates to Management and the Board on significant legal risks and matters.

Job DescriptionsAssisting in the preparation, rendition, and filing of the Annual Report & Accounts to meet legal requirements (CAC, SEC & NGX)Filing annual returns and audited accounts in collaboration with the company secretary.Organizing and planning board meetings and the annual general meeting, ensuring all stakeholders are adequately represented.Drafting, executing, and perfecting legal documents, including contracts, leases, NDAs, and client correspondenceLiaising with the GMD & Chairman to ensure timely and compliant business conduct.Maintaining and organizing legal documents, contracts, and agreements.Recording and maintaining minutes for in-house meetings.Managing and safeguarding the Company’s Seal and Register of Sealed documents.Conducting research and analysis to assist executives in decision-making processes.Acting as a primary point of contact for executives internally and externally.Communicating with clients, vendors, and external parties on behalf of executives.Implementing and maintaining office policies and procedures while ensuring confidentiality.Liaising with external solicitors on debt recovery cases.Drafting legal agreements such as NDAs, MOUs, SLAs, brokerage agreements, and non-circumvention agreements.Assisting in capital and debt-raising transactions by reviewing fundraising term sheets, underwriting agreements, and vending agreements.Facilitating brokerage transactions between the company and foreign external parties.Assisting in the registration of securities like NDR with the SEC.Organizing and maintaining filing systems, both physical and electronic.Handling correspondence, including drafting and proofreading emails, letters, and other documents.Gathering, compiling, and analyzing information to assist executives in decision-making processes.Communicating with stakeholders and ensuring the timely completion of tasks. Serving as a primary point of contact for executives, both internally and externally.Communicating with clients, vendors, and other external parties on behalf of the executive.Assisting with the implementation and maintenance of office policies and procedures.

Job DescriptionsLead the drafting, review, and negotiation of complex commercial agreements and contracts, safeguarding the company's interests.Develop, implement, and maintain robust corporate governance and compliance frameworks, ensuring adherence to best practices.Provide proactive legal advice and guidance to Management on a wide range of legal and regulatory risks, including corporate, commercial, employment, and data protection issues.Coordinate and manage relationships with external legal counsel as needed, ensuring effective collaboration and cost-efficiency.Offer strategic legal insights and support for business expansion initiatives, partnerships, and daily corporate operations.Ensure the company's adherence to all applicable Nigerian laws and regulations, including those related to property technology, data protection (NDPR/NDPA), and financial services where applicable.