Senior Legal Counsel at Eclat Human Resources Consulting Limited

Eclat Human Resources Consulting Limited is a progressive Human Resource Management Firm with its Headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria. We are a team of professionals from various field of study who have come together to build ECLAT HUMAN RESOURCE CONSULTING serving clients across the nation.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Legal Counsel

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Legal
Report To: General Counsel
Industry: Law

Job Description.

• Provide legal counsel to senior management and various departments on a wide range of legal issues, including but not limited to commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, employment matters, intellectual property, and corporate governance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements, contracts, and legal documents to protect the interests of the company while fostering positive business relationships.
• Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them effectively. Provide recommendations for minimizing exposure and liability.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations in various jurisdictions where the
• Handle or oversee dispute resolution matters, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation. Collaborate with external legal counsel when necessary.
• Assist in due diligence processes and support mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions. Provide legal support for integration efforts post-transaction.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance principles and practices. Manage board-related matters and maintain corporate records.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in laws and regulations relevant to the industry. Conduct legal research and provide updates to the organization as needed.
• Provide legal training and guidance to internal teams to enhance their understanding of legal issues and compliance requirements.

Education and Experience

• Juris Doctor (JD) Degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience post call as a practicing attorney, with a focus on [relevant legal areas, e.g., commercial law, Litigation Law, corporate law, etc.   

Required Competencies:

• Proven experience in contract negotiation, drafting, and management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Sound judgment and the ability to make decisions in the best interests of the company.

Salary

• N150,000 - N200,00 monthly.

Application Closing Date
10th October, 2023.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume as doc. or pdf to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only shortlisted candidate will be contacted.