Salary:
N150,000
Work Arrangement:
Primarily remote, with in-person attendance required for court appearances and other business-critical matters as needed.
About Us
We are a reputable and growing law firm committed to delivering high-quality legal services across litigation, corporate, and commercial practice areas. We pride ourselves on professionalism, integrity, and a collaborative team culture.
We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated
Legal Associate
with
0–2 years'' Post-Qualification Experience (PQE)
to join our team. The ideal candidate should possess a solid foundation in legal practice, excellent analytical and drafting skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional legal services.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions, memoranda, and advisory notes.
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
Manage litigation matters, including preparing court processes, filing court documents, and attending court proceedings where required.
Advise clients on corporate, commercial, regulatory, and general legal matters.
Liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
Support corporate transactions, due diligence exercises, and company secretarial matters.
Ensure clients'' compliance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate case files, legal documentation, and matter progress reports.
Collaborate with partners and senior associates to develop practical legal solutions for clients.
Stay abreast of changes in legislation, regulations, and relevant legal precedents.
Requirements
LL.B and B.L. qualifications with membership of the Nigerian Bar.
0–2 years'' Post-Qualification Experience (PQE)
in a reputable law firm.
Practical experience in litigation, corporate, and/or commercial legal practice.
Strong legal research, drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines.
High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools.
Ideal Candidate Profile
We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented, and commercially aware legal professional who is eager to develop their career within a dynamic law firm. The ideal candidate should be able to work independently, collaborate effectively with colleagues, and demonstrate sound legal judgment while delivering practical, client-focused legal solutions.