Legal Officer

About the role

A Legal Officer is needed in Lagos to support the company's sales and services of diesel generators and its property and warehousing activities. The role involves reviewing and drafting contracts, advising on legal issues and liaising with external solicitors. The closing date is 30 June 2025.

Key responsibilities

• Review contract documentation and draft contracts
• Advise on legal issues related to the company's activities (sales and services of diesel generators)
• Advise on property and warehousing issues
• Draft letters and responses to parties in transactions with John Holt Plc., Service & other units
• Represent the Legal Unit in meetings and prepare a monthly report
• Liaise with external solicitors on cases in court
• File statutory reports to relevant authorities
• Assist the Company Secretary and carry out other assigned tasks

Required profile

• Minimum second-class degree in law
• 5+ years of post-qualification experience
• Proactive approach to risk management and problem solving
• Good client relationships and ability to work independently and at all levels of the organisation

Required skills

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with clear and concise expression
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Relationship management skills and openness to feedback

To apply, interested and qualified candidates should send their application and CV by email to the recruiter, quoting the job title in the subject line.