About the job
We are seeking a strategic and compliance-driven Team Lead, Strategy Advisory and Company Secretariat to align corporate governance with TSL’s strategic objectives, ensure full regulatory adherence, and enable commercially sound, risk-mitigated business transactions. This role serves as both a legal risk manager and a deal enabler, supporting the Board, Management, and SBUs in executing high-impact initiatives while safeguarding the organization’s integrity, competitiveness, and long-term value creation.
Key Responsibilities
Guide Management and the Board in corporate strategy formulation, evaluation, execution, and risk/opportunity assessment.
Coordinate cross-functional inputs to develop aligned strategic plans and monitor implementation via performance dashboards and corrective actions.
Ensure 100% compliance with corporate governance, statutory filings, and regulatory obligations (e.g., CAC, NMDPRA, NUPRC, NOTAP).
Organize and document all Board and Committee meetings (notices, agendas, minutes, resolutions) with timely, accurate, and actionable outputs.
Maintain up-to-date statutory books, registers, and policies accessible for audits and regulatory reviews.
Advise on legal implications of transactions, investments, and partnerships; lead due diligence and deal structuring to minimize risk and maximize value.
Draft, review, and negotiate key transaction documents (SPAs, JV agreements, financing, service contracts) with clear, enforceable, and favorable terms.
Oversee transaction lifecycle, coordinating internal (Finance, SBM, Operations) and external stakeholders (regulators, counsel) ensuring timely execution and post-closing compliance.
Develop and implement proactive risk mitigation strategies, particularly in oil & gas regulations and environmental standards.
Build frameworks for monitoring performance against strategic goals and facilitate seamless communication across Board, Management, regulators, and partners.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB/BL).
ICSAN membership and Business Analysis Certification (ECBA – IIBA) is an added advantage.
Minimum of 5–7 years post-call experience in corporate/commercial law, governance, and transaction advisory.
Minimum of 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role, with proven ability to lead legal and secretariat teams.
Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, corporate governance, contract drafting/negotiation, and regulatory compliance.
Proven track record in structuring and executing complex transactions (M&A, JVs, financing) with measurable value creation.
Deep knowledge of Nigerian corporate law, CAC filings, oil & gas regulations (NMDPRA, NUPRC), and competition law.
Sector exposure in logistics, oil & gas, energy, or infrastructure is highly preferred.