Legal Officer Graduate Trainee

About the role

The Legal Officer Graduate Trainee is an entry‑level legal professional responsible for supporting and providing legal, regulatory, and corporate governance services across the organization. Working under the guidance of a senior legal professional, you will gain hands‑on experience in legal research, contract administration, regulatory compliance, corporate documentation, dispute management, and advisory services while developing technical, analytical, and professional competencies.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct legal research on statutes, regulations, case law, and emerging legal issues.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and proofreading contracts, agreements, memoranda, policies, and other legal documents.
• Support the review of contracts to identify legal and commercial risks.
• Assist in ensuring the organization’s compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Prepare legal opinions, reports, and briefing notes under supervision.
• Maintain and organize legal records, contract registers, and corporate documentation.
• Support the management of litigation, regulatory matters, and external counsel where required.
• Monitor regulatory developments and communicate relevant updates.
• Participate in due‑diligence exercises for transactions, acquisitions, and other corporate activities.
• Assist with company secretarial duties, including preparing meeting documents, maintaining statutory records, and filing regulatory returns.
• Liaise with internal departments to provide legal support on operational matters.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s Degree (LL.B.) in Law.
• Called to the Nigerian Bar and enrolled with the Supreme Court of Nigeria.
• NYSC completed or currently serving (as applicable).
• Demonstrated interest in corporate, commercial, finance, or investment law is an advantage.

Required skills

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Sound judgment and problem‑solving ability.
• Ability to manage confidential information.
• Good organizational and time‑management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.