LEGAL OFFICER-VACANCY AT DANGOTE GROUP

Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.

Job Description

• The Legal Officer will be a key legal advisor and an integral part of our legal team. Liaise with the security department in charging cases to court and make sure the case is properly prosecuted.
• To ensure that any legal-related issue within and outside the company is resolved according to the dictation of the law and in the interest of the company.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational/ commercial legal support to all departmental and job functions.
• Support in the development of  service level agreements SLAs for service delivery to all DCT business units.
• Monitor the maintenance of the registers and other records required to be maintained by the Company under the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA).
• Analyze and review legal agreements, legislation and documents for Management consent.
• Liaise with external counsel in the management and resolution of disputes.
• Ensure compliance with laid down guidelines (with emphasis on deadlines where stipulated), policies and procedures with internal and external parties in/with DCT.
• Investigate issues of non-compliance and report the same promptly to the HOD.
• Draft a wide variety of legal agreements as may be contingent on DCT business matters.
• Provide internal advisory support services on corporate legal matters to business units and departments within DCT.
• Lead negotiations with third-party claimants, employing strong negotiation skills and legal expertise to resolve disputes and claims.
• Proactively reach out to driver guarantors, both through direct interaction and telecommunication to ensure an understanding of their legal obligations and responsibilities.
• Review and Advise management on the legal implications of external policies and procedures.
• Provide all such other administrative and other secretarial duties as directed by the Head of Department and/or Company Secretary.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB, BL) from a recognized institution and a valid license to practice law in Nigeria.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in a similar in-house legal role within a corporate environment or practicing as a Lawyer.

Skills & Competencies:

• Proven excellence as a Legal Counsel in a business environment.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of cooperate law and procedures.
• Full comprehension of the influences of the external environment of a corporation.
• Demonstrated ability to create legal defensive or proactive strategies.
• High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
• Sound judgement and ability to analyze situations and information.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of Nigerian legal frameworks and regulations, particularly in commercial law, transportation, taxation and corporate governance.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities and work efficiently in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development.