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Posted 1 year ago |
Job Title: Legal Counsel
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time
Recruitment Type: Permanent
Job Summary
- As the Legal Counsel at Leverage Seeds Limited, you will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive legal support and guidance to our company. You will be responsible for ensuring legal compliance, mitigating risks, and safeguarding the company’s interests.
- The ideal candidate will possess excellent legal knowledge, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice and guidance on a wide range of matters, including contracts, agreements, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, employment law, and litigation.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to protect the company’s interests and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Conduct legal research and stay up-to-date with changes in laws and regulations affecting the agricultural industry.
- Collaborate with internal departments to assess legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Develop and implement legal policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Manage and oversee external legal counsel when necessary, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective handling of legal matters.
- Advise management on legal implications and potential risks associated with business decisions and initiatives.
- Monitor and assess ongoing legal cases, ensuring timely responses and appropriate actions.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized institution. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Legal Counsel or similar role, preferably in the agriculture or agribusiness sector.
- Sound knowledge of Nigerian laws and regulations, particularly those relevant to the agricultural industry.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply legal principles to complex business situations.
- Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with keen attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks, and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Membership in the Nigerian Bar Association.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should send their cover letter and CV to: [email protected] cc [email protected] using “Legal Counsel – Leverage Seeds Limited” as the subject of the email.
Note
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further evaluation and interview.
- Join our team at Leverage Seeds Limited and contribute to our mission of empowering farmers and promoting sustainable agriculture through legal expertise and dedication.
- PS: Our Remuneration is internationally competitive.
Deadline: May 20, 2023
Job Features
Job Category | Legal / Law |