Legal Operations Lead at LandWey Investment Limited

LandWey Investment Limited - We take pride in creating opportunities for corporates and individuals in Nigeria's Real Estate Sector. We are a Real Estate investment company with development projects across the Real Estate spectrum. We operate within the commercial, retail and residential property segments and provide real estate advisory services. Our success is built on our asset base which is valued as one of the largest in the Nigerian Real Estate sector.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Operations Lead

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Legal Operations Lead will assist with overseeing and co-ordinating the activities of the legal team, ensuring that all legal matters are handled efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Supervision : Assist in supervising a team of lawyers, paralegals, and other legal support staff providing guidance and support as needed.
• Operational Management: Develop and implement processes and procedures to optimize legal operations.
• Quality Control : Review and ensure the quality of legal work produced by the team, including contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Risk Management : Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with business operations.
• Compliance : Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Policy Development and Implementation : Assist with developing and implementing relevant policies
• Contract Drafting and Negotiation : Draft and negotiate complex contracts
• Budgeting and Financial Management : Assist in managing the legal budget, tracking expenses, and ensuring cost-effective delivery of legal services.
• Technology and Innovation: Identify and implement technology solutions to enhance legal operations, such as contract management systems
• Training and Development : Assist with providing training and development opportunities to team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B) and Qualifying Certification - Barrister at Law (BL). Masters in Law is an added advantage

Professional Certification:

• Relevant professional certifications in compliance, legal operations, contract management, corporate governance, etc. is an added advantage.

Experience:

• 10 - 12 years of experience in a legal role, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role and 3 years as an in-house counsel.

Skills:

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Knowledge:

• Strong knowledge of Nigerian law and regulations.
• Familiarity with industry standards and best practices.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.