Legal Officer recruitment MBA / MSc / MA Job
2024-03-11 23:03 Other categories Lagos 314 viewsJob Details
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Banking & Finance
Description
Our client is seeking a young, dynamic, diligent, and value-driven legal professional to join its team as a Legal Officer.
The ideal role holder will contribute meaningfully to all legal issues affecting or potentially affecting the operations of its various business units and departments.
Job Responsibilities
Drafting routine and non-complex legal documents such as Loan Agreements, Service Level Agreements, and Guarantees/Undertakings, Deed of assignments, etc.
Vetting and preparing legal documents/contracts/agreements that impose liability/responsibilities/duties on the Bank in its relationships with stakeholders.
Providing legal opinions and advice to Management.
Ensuring the safekeeping and retrieval of all security documents.
Liaising with the Company Secretary and external solicitors.
Safeguarding and properly filing all Board Committee minutes.
Liaising with the Mortgage Banking Department to conduct searches and verify documents submitted by customers for credit and account opening for corporate customers.
Maintaining and updating an accurate shareholders register, and distributing share certificates and dividends.
Managing shareholders' relationships concerning Complaints, Inquiries, and Requests.
Performing any other duties as assigned by the HOD and Management
Person Specification
LLB Degree from a recognized institution, Master's in Law (LLM) will be an added advantage
Minimum of 5 years post-call experience as a legal officer or similar role
Strong writing and communication skills
Excellent organization and crisis management skills
Proficient understanding of commercial law, especially concerning financial transactions, contracts, and negotiations
Application Closing Date
12th March, 2024.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: talentsearch@firstexcelsia.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.