Intermediate Associate Lawyer

About the role

Pivotage Consulting, on behalf of its client, is looking for an Intermediate Associate Lawyer to provide strategic and procedural legal advice across a broad range of commercial matters. The role requires strong litigation experience and the ability to manage cases independently while supporting corporate governance and financial transactions.

Key responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on corporate governance, shareholder and director issues.
• Advise on investments, banking, and financial transactions ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Manage litigation matters, represent clients in court, and oversee case documentation.
• Draft and review contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver timely legal solutions.

Required profile

• Law degree with a minimum 2:1 classification; LLM is a plus.
• At least five (5) years of post‑qualification experience in a reputable firm.
• Membership or familiarity with the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN) is advantageous.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Strong commercial awareness, logical reasoning, and excellent communication skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Google Workspace.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint.

What we offer

• 13th month salary.
• Leave allowance.
• Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) coverage.