208 Legal jobs in Nigeria

We are hiring a
Associate
with
2–4 years Litigation experience
to join our Ibadan office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle commercial, criminal litigation and other related matters.
• Appear in court and manage legal processes.
• Draft court processes and legal documents.
• Assist with debt recovery and breach of contract claims.
• Contribute to educational publication for our blog or LinkedIn.

Requirements:

• 2–4 years post-call litigation experience
• Experience with court appearances
• Strong legal writing and research skills
• Ability to work independently
• Good communication with clients

To Apply:

Send your CV, a short cover letter, and a sample of legal writing to:

Subject:
Application – Litigation Associate (Ibadan)

Abuja Full Time

Law & Compliance NGN 250, ,000 Plus Commission

Negotiation Problem solving Communication Articulate Detailed Emotional Intelligence

We are looking to hire a Legal & Compliance Manager to join our team.

• Minimum Qualification : Degree
• Experience Level : Mid level
• Experience Length : 4 years
• Working Hours : Full Time

Responsibilities:

• Resolve disputes
• Build preventive legal frameworks
• Save company resources through skilled negotiation across our real estate, fintech, and investment divisions.

Requirements:

• Legal background with proven negotiation experience
• Solution-oriented, litigation-averse approach
• Ability to work across multiple industry regulations
• Strategic thinker who prevents rather than reacts
• Resource-efficiency focused
• Crisis resolution without litigation
• Multi-industry compliance framework design
• Negotiation with measurable savings outcomes
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Risk assessment and mitigation

Company Description

Eat 'N' Go Limited is a restaurant group on a mission to become the premier food operator in Africa. So far, our growing family consists of three international brands, Domino's Pizza, Cold Stone Creamery & Pinkberry.

Eat 'N' Go limited officially started operation in August 2012 with the premier store at 4, Saka Tinubu Victoria Island, Lagos. Today, Eat N' Go has over 200 stores (outlet) across Nigeria a and Kenya.

Job Description

1. Develop, implement, and manage legal policies, procedures, and documents.
2. Research and analyze legal issues and advise management on the legal implications of their decisions.
3. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
4. Provide legal advice and guidance to management on all legal issues.
5. Monitor changes in laws and regulations and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
6. Manage litigation and dispute resolution matters.
7. Represent the company in legal proceedings and hearings.
8. Develop and maintain strong relationships with external legal counsel and other legal advisors.
9. Oversee regulatory and compliance matters.
10. Develop and manage the legal department budget.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in law, a license to practice law, and several years of experience as a lawyer or a legal office
• Additionally, excellent knowledge of the relevant laws and regulations in your industry and jurisdiction is necessary, as well as strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication, negotiation, and presentation skills are also important for this role.
• Furthermore, the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, attention to detail and accuracy, leadership, teamwork, and management skills, as well as business acumen and strategic thinking

Additional Information

Any other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time by the Maintenance Manager

Company Description

SHQ Legal is a full-service law firm in the heart of Ikoyi, Lagos and affiliate of The Structure HQ committed to providing top-notch services that surpass our clients' expectations. We are looking for brilliant and exceptional Associates who share a passion for excellence in service delivery and are interested in making strategic contributions towards the growth of the Firm beyond technical proficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and advise on complex agreements for clients in a broad range of industries.
• Oversee legal research and provide advice and legal support to clients in multiple industries including Banking & finance, capital markets, intellectual property & entertainment, technology & startups, real estate, logistics and FMCG; Dispute resolution, Debt recovery, data privacy etc.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies such as the SEC, NSE/NGX, and CSCS on compliance, filings, and approvals.
• Conduct legal due diligence and risk assessments on transactions.
• Provide transactional support in mergers, acquisitions, listings, and restructurings involving capital market instruments.
• Support clients with transaction negotiation, attend meetings and other clients' engagements.
• Oversee the conduct of data privacy audits and handle other regulatory preparation and submission of license applications and other miscellaneous tasks.
• Provide legal advisory and transactional support on capital market deals, including the structuring, documentation, and regulatory compliance of public offerings, private placements, and other securities-related transactions.

Qualifications

• Proactive and organized approach to serving handling multiple tasks and clients
• Strong knowledge of corporate law with practical experience
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid work environment
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills
• Minimum of 3 years experience working in capital market transactions, Data protection, real estate etc
• Strong understanding of SEC rules, NGX listing requirements, and corporate governance codes.

Location:
 Lagos, Nigeria

Industry:
 Fintech / Digital Banking / Microfinance

Company:
 (Patrickgold Microfinance Bank / GetriPay / Transit Wallet – use your preferred brand)

Employment Type:
 Full-Time

We are seeking a 
highly skilled and proactive Legal Account Officer
 to join our growing team. This is a hybrid role that combines legal expertise with account management in a digital banking/fintech environment. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance, handle legal queries from regulatory bodies, and provide oversight for electronic account operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the 
  primary liaison
   between the institution and regulatory bodies (e.g., CBN, NIBSS, NDIC, NFIU, etc.).
• Perform 
  KYC and due diligence checks
   on electronic account openings and high-risk accounts.
• Review, verify, and vet onboarding documents for new customers (especially corporate and digital accounts).
• Handle legal correspondence and 
  respond to queries from regulators
  .
• Work closely with the 
  banking operations team
   to ensure account processes are legally sound.
• Coordinate with our 
  external legal consultant
   and internal legal advisor.
• Support the compliance and fraud investigation unit with legal interpretation and document processing.
• Help prepare 
  regulatory reports
   and escalate potential issues when required.
• Ensure all electronic accounts conform to internal policy and external regulation.
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trail for all legal communications.

Requirements:

• A degree in 
  Law (LL.B)
   and 
  Call to Bar
   (B.L) — a practicing legal qualification is required.
• Minimum of 
  2-4 years post-NYSC experience
  , preferably in a financial institution, fintech, or regulatory compliance role.
• Strong knowledge of 
  KYC/AML
  , electronic account management, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to 
  interpret and apply regulations
   to daily operational activities.
• Strong coordination and interpersonal skills to interface with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage documentation with accuracy.
• Experience working with or responding to 
  regulatory agencies
   is a plus.

Preferred Qualities:

• Proactive, self-motivated, and highly organized.
• Discreet and professional in handling sensitive legal matters.
• Tech-savvy and comfortable working in a fast-paced digital environment.
• Team player who collaborates easily across departments.

To Apply:

Send your CV and a brief cover letter to 
(your email address)
 with the subject 
"Legal Account Officer Application"
.

Company Description

Arkland Group is a full-service real estate organization specializing in property development, advisory, facility, and project management. We focus on acquiring, developing, and investing in sustainable housing properties across Nigeria. With 300 developed housing units and over 2,000 ongoing units, Arkland Group has established itself as a leading real estate company and developer. Our mission is to deliver long-term value to our clients on every investment. The company operates subsidiaries including Arkland Properties, ASL Construction, and APIC Managers.

Role Description

This is a full-time role for a Legal Officer. The Legal Officer will be responsible for handling legal consulting, preparing legal documents, and managing business and contract law matters. The Legal Officer will ensure legal compliance in all company operations and provide legal advice to management. This is an on-site role located in Lagos.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Business Law and Contract Law
• Experience in Legal Consulting and Legal Document Preparation
• Strong understanding of general Law principles
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Experience in the real estate or property development industry is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) and must be a qualified legal practitioner

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• Minimum Qualification :
• Experience Level : Mid level
• Experience Length : 4 years

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Eko Maintenance Limited is a company specializing in maintenance services for the construction and real estate industries, with a focus on infrastructure and intelligent buildings.

We Are Recruiting To Fill The Position Below

Job Title: HR / Legal Officer

Location: Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Draft, vet and review contracts and advice accordingly.
• Evaluate information to determine compliance with standards.
• Offer legal advice and support on issues that may affect the company.
• Ensure compliance with all the necessary statutory obligations.
• Supervise and manage employees' issues with the company.
• Proficiency in drafting official letters.
• Proper file documentation and company secretarial issues.
• Identifies legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and ensures policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance.
• Studies legislation, arbitration decisions, and collective bargaining contracts to assess industry trends.
  Any other related tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Law. A Master's degree or professional HR certification (CIPM, SHRM, etc.) is an advantage.
• A minimum of 4 years experience in human resources and legal compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian labour laws and regulations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Thoroughness in legal document review and compliance matters.
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR management software.

Application Closing Date

31st August, 2025.

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The Head of Trust and Legal Services will provide strategic leadership and oversight for the organization's legal, compliance, and trust administration functions. This role involves developing and implementing policies, managing risk, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering expert legal counsel across trust services, estate planning, and corporate matters. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with exceptional legal, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, capable of driving operational excellence and aligning legal strategy with business objectives.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills & Competencies:

• A bachelor's degree in law (LL.B) with BL and a master's degree or relevant certifications will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 15 years progressive experience in trust law, estate planning, corporate law, or related fields, with at least 8 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong expertise in fiduciary duties, estate planning, trust structures, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Proven track record of managing complex legal matters and leading high-performing teams.
• Familiarity with AML, KYC, tax, and other regulatory frameworks governing trust and estate services.

Job Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Governance
• Lead the Trust and Legal Services department, providing strategic direction and oversight of all legal, compliance, and trust-related activities.

Legal & Regulatory Oversight

• Oversee the legal and regulatory compliance of trust structures, estate planning, and fiduciary duties.
• Ensure adherence to AML, KYC, tax, and other relevant regulations impacting trust and estate planning services.
• Stay abreast of changes in legislation and proactively update internal policies and processes.

Trust & Estate Administration

• Provide expert counsel on trust formation, administration, restructuring, and dissolution.
• Draft, review, and negotiate trust deeds, wills, powers of attorney, estate planning documents, and governing instruments.
• Collaborate with financial, tax, and investment advisors to ensure seamless integration of legal and financial strategies.
• Represent trustees or beneficiaries in dispute resolution, mediation, or litigation when necessary.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and regulatory risks across all trust services.
• Ensure accurate documentation, reporting, and auditing processes to maintain transparency and accountability.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary liaison between trustees, beneficiaries, regulators, and other stakeholders.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams, trustees, and clients on trust law, estate planning, and compliance obligations.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure operational efficiency and legal compliance.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Board and executive management on legal, regulatory, and fiduciary matters.

Job Type: Full-time

Eni is one of the most important, vertically integrated energy companies in the world. It operates in the oil, natural gas, electricity production, engineering, construction and petrochemical products sectors. It is constantly working to build a future where everyone can access energy resources efficiently and sustainably.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Legal Manager (Upstream)

Job Reference #: 32130

Job Location: Abuja, Nigeria

Contract type: Permanent

Job Description

• At Eni, we are looking for a Legal Manager (Upstream) within Nigerian Agip Exploration Ltd (NAE) in Abuja.
• You will be responsible for providing legal assistance, advice and support to NAE and Eni's subsidiaries in Nigeria on contractual, administrative, judicial and extrajudicial matters, in accordance with applicable laws, as well as the policies, rules, and procedures established by the company.

Main Responsibilities

• Support all departments with timely advice on legal matters relating to contracts, licences, commercial agreements, portfolio management activities, governance, corporate secretarial matters, laws and regulations.
• Attend meetings with third parties and government authorities regarding NAE's activities in Nigeria.
• Manage and engage on relevant legal issues with industry stakeholders and partners.
• Oversee legal representation and defence in disputes and litigation, including managing external legal providers and assessing the quality of their contributions.
• Liaise with external legal providers appointed by NAE and Eni's subsidiaries in Nigeria, or in relation to NAE's activities in Nigeria.
• Coordinate with Eni's legal department at headquarters, ensuring prompt reporting of all material legal issues.
• Act in compliance with the Code of Ethics, SOA and Model 231.

Skills And Experience Required

• Degree in Law.
• Registered with the Nigerian Bar Association.
• Significant experience in a managerial position within the oil and gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of legal concepts within the upstream sector.
• Proven ability to provide strategic legal leadership.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills, with sound judgement and professionalism.
• Fluent in English