Legal Compliance Officer at What Media Group (WMG)

What Media Group is a dynamic media conglomerate with a strategic emphasis on fostering growth in the media, sports, and entertainment industries across the African continent. Our mission is to be at the forefront of industry evolution, actively contributing to its sustainable growth and shaping its future.

We recognize the burgeoning opportunities within Africa's media sector and are dedicated to tapping into this potential. Our goal is to cultivate thriving businesses that not only succeed financially but also make significant social impacts. Through our initiatives, we aim to empower communities and drive positive change.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Compliance Officer

Location: Lagos

Description

• Legal Compliance Officer will be responsible for ensuring the company's adherence to legal and regulatory requirements within the media industry.
• This role requires a detail-oriented legal professional with a strong background in compliance, regulatory affairs, and an understanding Direct Report: Head of Legal

Responsibilities

• Stay updated on Nigerian laws, regulations, and industry standards affecting the media sector.
• Develop, implement, and update compliance policies and procedures to align with Nigerian legal requirements.
• Collaborate with legal and business teams to review and assess contractual obligations for compliance with Nigerian laws.
• Provide guidance on contract terms and conditions to ensure alignment with local legal and regulatory standards.
• Manage and oversee the process of obtaining and renewing licenses and permits required for media operations in Nigeria.
• Stay informed about and ensure compliance with Nigerian licensing requirements.
• Implement and maintain policies and practices to ensure compliance with Nigerian data protection and privacy laws.
• Conduct privacy impact assessments and provide guidance on data protection issues related to media operations in Nigeria.
• Develop and deliver training programs on compliance-related matters tailored to the Nigerian context.
• Ensure awareness and understanding of compliance policies and procedures among Nigerian employees.
• Establish monitoring mechanisms to track compliance with Nigerian legal requirements.
• Prepare regular reports for senior management on the status of compliance initiatives and potential areas of concern specific to Nigeria.
• Conduct internal investigations related to potential compliance issues in Nigeria.
• Coordinate external audits and work with auditors to address compliance-related concerns
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of compliance activities, ensuring compliance with legal documentation standards.
• Ensure the availability of documentation for regulatory inspections within Nigeria.

Additional Information:

• Works & Interacts With: with the Legal team and other members of the WMG.
• Work Location: Corporate Office at Ikeja and Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, and any other project location, as may be required to complete work responsibilities.

Requirements
About You:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized university.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in legal compliance, preferably in the media industry.
• In-depth knowledge of media-related regulations, licensing requirements, and data protection laws.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Membership in the Nigerian Bar Association (or other relevant professional bodies).

Ability to/ Demonstrate:

• Solid understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and legal principles applicable to the organization's industry.
• Ability to conduct thorough legal research to stay informed about changes in laws and regulations.
• Clear and effective communication, both written and verbal, to convey legal information to colleagues, clients, and other stakeholders.
• The ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide sound advice or recommendations.
• Proficiency in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts to protect the organization's interests.
• Ensuring the organization's activities align with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to identify legal issues and develop practical solutions to address them.
• Maintaining high ethical standards and integrity in all legal matters.
• Managing workload efficiently and meeting deadlines for legal tasks and projects.
• Working collaboratively with other departments and teams within the organization.

Criteria for Success in this role:

• 100% of regulatory requirements met within the media industry.
• 95% completion of regulatory audits with minimal findings or issues.
• 100% of contracts reviewed and finalized in compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• 0% reduction in the number of contractual breaches or disputes.
• 100% Adherence to content regulations and guidelines in media productions.
• Number of content-related legal issues resolved with compliance measures.
• 100% Compliance with data protection and privacy laws.
• 100% Timely and effective response to data breaches and privacy concerns.
• 100% Successful management of licensing and permit requirements.
• 100% Adherence to timelines for obtaining and renewing necessary licenses.
• Completion rates for compliance training programs across the organization.
• Improvement in employees' understanding and application of compliance policies.
• 95% Completion of internal compliance audits within specified timelines.
• Percentage of compliance issues identified and resolved through internal audits.
• 100% Timeliness and accuracy of reporting incidents related to non-compliance.
• Success in resolving reported incidents with appropriate corrective actions.
• 95% of vendors and third parties complying with contractual and legal obligations.
• 0% Reduction in legal issues related to vendor non-compliance.
• 100% Timely development and review of compliance policies.
• 95% of policies updated to reflect changes in legal and regulatory requirements.
• Successful engagement with government agencies and regulatory bodies.
• Contributions to industry advocacy efforts that positively impact compliance.
• Identification and mitigation of compliance risks within media operations.
• Successful implementation of risk mitigation strategies.
• Effectiveness in communicating compliance requirements to relevant stakeholders.
• 95% of collaboration with other departments to embed compliance into business processes.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application to: [email protected] using "Legal Compliance Officer" as the subject of the email.