Head of Legal / Company Secretaryl at Primestix Construction Limited

Primestix Construction Limited is a fast growing Real Estate development company, with focus on smart, contemporary, modern and luxurious homes.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Legal / Company Secretary

Location: Wuye, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic individual to fill the position of Head of Legal / Company Secretary. If you are a highly skilled legal professional with a strong background in property law, and a passion for contributing to the success of a thriving real estate company, we encourage you to apply for this key leadership role.

Role and Responsibilities
As the Head of Legal / Company Secretary at Primestix Construction, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all legal affairs within the company. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Providing expert legal advice to senior management and various departments within the organization.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of contracts, agreements, and legal documents related to real estate development, acquisitions, partnerships, and other business operations.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and corporate governance principles.
• Managing board meetings, preparing agendas, minutes, and resolutions, and ensuring proper record-keeping.
• Overseeing company secretarial duties, including maintaining statutory records, liaising with regulatory bodies, and ensuring timely filings.
• Identifying and managing legal and regulatory risks and proposing strategies to mitigate such risks.
• Representing the company in legal proceedings, negotiations, and other interactions with external parties, including government entities, contractors, and suppliers.
• Collaborating with external legal counsel when necessary and managing those relationships effectively.
• Staying up-to-date with changes in real estate laws and regulations and proactively advising on necessary actions.
• Developing and conducting training sessions to educate employees on legal matters and corporate governance.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) Degree from a reputable university and a valid license to practice law in Nigeria.
• A Master's Degree is an added advantage
• Minimum of 4 years of experience post call-to-bar, with a focus on property and land laws. and related legal areas.
• A Professional Certification from ICSAN
• Sound knowledge of Nigerian property and land laws, regulations, and industry practices.
• Proven track record of successfully handling complex real estate transactions and legal matters.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage a legal team and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Must be female, for gender balance, and fluent in Hausa.

Application Closing Date
16th August, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter detailing your relevant experience to: [email protected] using "Head of Legal" as the subject of the mail.

Note

• In your cover letter, clearly outline why you are a suitable candidate for this role.
• Join our dynamic team and contribute to shaping the future of Abuja's real estate landscape.
• We look forward to receiving your application.