Legal Officer

About the Role

Dangote Group is one of Africa's most diversified and successful business conglomerates, driven by quality, efficiency, and excellence. We are currently seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Officer to join our dynamic legal team in Lagos, Nigeria. In this role, you will provide comprehensive legal support and advisory services, ensuring full regulatory compliance and safeguarding the company's legal interests across our expanding operations.

• Provide sound legal advice and guidance to management on daily operations, regulatory frameworks, and industry policies.
• Draft, review, vet, and negotiate various commercial contracts, agreements, and memoranda of understanding.
• Ensure strict compliance with statutory requirements, particularly those governing transportation, logistics, and haulage operations.
• Handle legal disputes involving stakeholders, manage insurance claims, and resolve road traffic or third-party liabilities.
• Liaise with external solicitors, law enforcement agencies, regulatory authorities, and courts for effective dispute resolution.
• Review employment contracts, advise on labour relations, and support staff disciplinary matters.
• Assist in debt recovery, contract enforcement, and proactive risk identification and mitigation.

• Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B) from a recognized institution and a B.L from the Nigerian Law School with valid practising status.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant post-call legal experience in a corporate setting or reputable law firm.
• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial law, corporate governance, labour law, and transport-related regulations.
• Exceptional legal drafting, research, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and ability to thrive under pressure.

• Competitive and attractive remuneration package.
• Comprehensive private health insurance for you and your dependents.
• Robust pension plan and retirement benefits.
• Generous paid time off and leave allowance.
• Continuous professional development and career growth opportunities.

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