Legal Officer – Real Estate (Owerri)

About the role

The Legal Officer – Real Estate will support our client in Owerri by reviewing, drafting and negotiating real‑estate contracts, lease agreements and other property‑related documents. You will ensure compliance with Nigerian land and property regulations while protecting the interests of the organization and its clients.

Key responsibilities

• Review, draft and negotiate real‑estate contracts, lease agreements and related documents.
• Conduct legal research on land tenure, title documentation, regulatory requirements and compliance issues.
• Liaise with government agencies, external counsel, surveyors, estate agents and other stakeholders to facilitate property transactions.
• Prepare and vet legal documents, maintain accurate property file records, and advise on potential legal risks.
• Support dispute resolution or litigation processes as needed.
• Provide legal opinions, develop standard templates for real‑estate agreements, and assist internal teams with training on relevant laws and regulations.

Required profile

• Strong foundation in Law and Business Law with ability to interpret statutes and regulations in real‑estate matters.
• Proficiency in Contract Law, including drafting, reviewing and negotiating real‑estate contracts and leases.
• Experience in legal consulting and providing clear, practical advice to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability in legal document preparation (title documents, deeds, legal opinions, compliance paperwork).
• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B) from a recognized institution and admission to the Nigerian Bar (B.L) or equivalent.
• Previous experience in real‑estate law, property transactions or corporate/commercial law practice is strongly preferred.
• Excellent analytical, research and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to explain legal concepts clearly.
• High level of integrity, professionalism and discretion handling confidential information.
• Ability to work collaboratively, manage multiple files and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills