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Job Description
We are actively seeking a highly motivated and success-driven Legal Officer to join our reputable team. As a Legal Officer at Estrada International Staffing Solutions, you will spearhead crucial initiatives, ensuring legal compliance, designing cutting-edge service level agreements, expertly resolving conflicts, and offering unparalleled guidance in corporate and labor law matters.
Responsibilities
- Provide and drive expert legal guidance on corporate affairs, regulatory compliance, and other corporate-related issues.
- Collaborate with clients to understand their specific service requirements and expectations.
- Draft SLAs that clearly define the scope of services, performance metrics, responsibilities, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
- Ensure SLAs are legally sound, compliant with relevant regulations, and designed to protect both the interests of the client and the company.
- Advise and adhere to employment law compliance, including wage and hour regulations, workplace discrimination, and employee rights.
- Assist with the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with labor laws.
- Provide legal guidance on issues related to hiring, termination, employee benefits, and workplace safety.
- Identify and assess conflicts, whether they involve contractual disputes, employment issues, or regulatory matters.
- Develop and implement conflict resolution strategies, which may involve negotiation, mediation, or, in extreme cases, litigation.
- Ensure that resolutions are achieved in a timely and fair manner, minimizing disruption to clients’ operations and maintaining positive relationships.
- Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations to proactively address compliance issues and mitigate risks.
- Collaborate with clients to address compliance gaps and develop corrective action plans.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law or related field.
- Consulting Expertise: A track record of at least 2 years in a consulting environment, showcasing your ability to thrive in dynamic, client-focused settings.
- Subject-Matter Mastery: Demonstrated expertise in corporate law, labor law, and HR practices.
- SLA Design: Proven experience in designing, optimizing, and implementing service-level agreements.
Key Competencies:
- Legal Expertise: Strong understanding of corporate law, labor law, contract law, and regulatory compliance. Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide clear and practical guidance.
- SLA Design: Proficiency in creating and designing Service Level Agreements that align with client needs and industry standards.
- Conflict Resolution: Exceptional conflict resolution skills with the ability to handle disputes professionally and efficiently.
- Compliance Management: Experience in developing and managing compliance programs, including policies, procedures, and audits.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey legal concepts and negotiate with clients and regulatory agencies.
- Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess legal issues and propose solutions.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in legal documentation and compliance processes.
Location: Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and relevant experience to: hr@estradaintl.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.
