Senior Criminal Lawyer at Careers Verified Limited

At Careers Verified, we go beyond narrowly defined client’s issues, we create opportunities for our clients, candidates, colleagues, collaborators, and the community. Through a network of diversified but highly complementary line of business, we help organizations find critical talent, access cutting-edge advice and get the innovative support they require to grow in a challenging market. We partner with businesses and organizations of varying size and structure across diverse sectors, such as Oil and Gas, Engineering, Finance, Telecom, FMCG, Legal, Technology, Healthcare, Travel and Aviation etc. to enhance business performance and to optimize for growth to achieve exceptional results. What sets us apart is the depth of our capabilities, creative problem solving approach and proven track record in our practice area combined with in-depth knowledge of the realities of the industries we serve.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Criminal Lawyer

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Description 

• As a Senior Criminal Lawyer, you will play a key role in handling high-profile criminal cases, financial crimes, and regulatory investigations.
• You will provide legal representation, advisory services, and defense strategies for individuals, corporate clients, and government agencies involved in criminal matters. you will have an extensive relationship with law enforcement and regulatory bodies to enhance case management, investigation processes, and dispute resolution.

Key Responsibilities
Legal Representation & Case Management:

• Represent clients in criminal cases, including financial crimes, fraud, corruption, money laundering, and general criminal litigation.
• Prepare and file legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and appeals.
• Conduct legal research and build strong defense strategies for clients.
• Negotiate plea bargains, settlements, and alternative dispute resolutions when applicable.

Liaison with Law Enforcement & Regulatory Agencies:

• Maintain strategic relationships with the EFCC, Police, DSS, and other regulatory bodies to facilitate legal processes.
• Engage with law enforcement officials to discuss case investigations, compliance matters, and prosecution strategies.
• Ensure clients' rights are protected during investigations, arrests, interrogations, and court proceedings.
• Provide legal advisory services to law enforcement on criminal justice reforms, case handling, and prosecution strategies.

Criminal Investigation & Evidence Analysis:

• Collaborate with forensic experts, investigators, and intelligence officers to gather evidence.
• Analyze case files, witness testimonies, and financial records for fraud, corruption, and organized crime cases.
• Advise clients on compliance measures to avoid legal risks and regulatory breaches.

Advocacy & Courtroom:

• Represent clients in Federal High Courts, State Courts, and the Court of Appeal on criminal matters.
• Deliver compelling arguments and cross-examine witnesses in high-profile cases.
• Ensure fair trial rights and due process for defendants.

Legal Advisory & Corporate Compliance:

• Advise corporations and financial institutions on fraud prevention, anti-money laundering (AML) laws, and compliance with regulatory bodies.
• Provide legal counsel on financial crimes, white-collar offenses, and asset recovery matters.
• Assist businesses in internal investigations related to fraud, bribery, and corruption.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build and maintain a strong network of clients, law enforcement agencies, and legal professionals.
• Offer strategic advice to high-net-worth individuals, political figures, and corporate executives facing criminal charges.
• Conduct training sessions for law enforcement and corporate clients on criminal law and compliance matters.

Qualifications & Skills
Educational Requirements:

• LL.B (Bachelor of Laws) from a recognized university.
• Call to the Nigerian Bar (BL) from the Nigerian Law School.
• Master’s Degree in Criminal Law, Financial Crimes, or a related field (preferred).

Professional Experience:

• Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in criminal law, litigation, and financial crimes prosecution/defense.
• Strong track record of handling EFCC-related cases, financial crimes, corruption, and money laundering matters.
• Experience working with or representing law enforcement agencies, regulatory bodies, or high-profile clients.

Application Closing Date
10th April, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@careersverified.net using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.