Commercial Legal Practitioner HND / BA / BSc Job

Location: Lekki Phase I, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

We are looking for an individual with vast knowledge of corporate law to join us as a Commercial legal practitioners. You will be primarily responsible for assisting and overseeing businesses and their compliance with the corporate processes.

You should be able to help businesses in reviewing and drafting contracts.

As a Commercial Lawyer, you should be able to offer clients with sound advice on investment matters.

You should also be able to examine the company documents, employee agreements and look for any loopholes in the same. Moreover, you should be able to help clients with any issues related to business transactions.

Responsibilities

Assisting in drafting contracts and purchase agreements

Representing clients in courts and during legal proceedings

Negotiating contract terms and license agreements on behalf of clients

Examining and advising on business mergers

Helping gather and prepare legal documents

Advising clients on legal consequences and litigation process

Writing and editing commercial reports

Offering help and legal support to clients when dealing with business transactions

Examining company documents and employee agreements for any loopholes

Prepare the appropriate legal documents for trial or court proceedings.

Evaluate new business partnerships with vendors and subcontractors.

Represent the company in legal proceedings.

Design and oversee the company’s policy and position on legal matters.

Protect the company against legal risks and violations.

Examine the legal issues related to new products and services.

Negotiate deals on behalf of the company.

Guide management on regulatory and compliance issues to ensure compliance with legal regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Law

2-4 years of work experience as a Commercial Lawyer in a reputed Law firm or in a financial and investment industry.

Holding a valid certification and State license to practice law

Complete understanding of the State and Federal laws and regulations

Ability to conduct extensive research and having a detail-oriented approach

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong negotiation skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Highly motivated and reliable individual

Ability to make sound judgements

Ability to handle stressful situations and perform under pressure

Ability to offer improved customer experience.

Why Work for Us

Competitive Compensation

Professional Development Opportunities

Inclusive and Diverse Environment.

Cool Office Space

Health and Wellness Programs

Friendly, dynamic and innovative Company culture

Bonuses and Incentives

Technology and Tools

Employee Recognition Programs.

Application Closing Date

30th November, 2023.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to :osayi@pathwayadvisorsng.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Pathway Advisors Limited is a boutique investment banking firm that aims at integrating superior values of trust and honesty while providing exceptional Investment Banking services to identified clients which includes financial institutions, corporations and high-net-worth individuals. Our Vision is To be the most respected Investment Banking Firm in Nigeria. We are committed to building an organization with world-class skills and management capability to achieve the Companys vision.