About the Role
Western Development Company Limited (WDCL) is seeking an experienced, commercially minded Senior Legal Counsel to join our dynamic team in Nigeria. For over 13 years, WDCL has delivered turnkey solutions in IT, telecommunications, and engineering to diverse sectors including Oil and Gas, banking, and construction. In this pivotal role, you will provide strategic legal guidance, manage corporate legal risks, and oversee statutory compliance, insurance, company properties, and corporate governance to safeguard our business interests.
Key Responsibilities- Provide strategic legal advisory support to Management on contracts, business transactions, and regulatory matters.
- Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, service contracts, and leases.
- Oversee statutory filings, license renewals, permits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
- Coordinate corporate insurance policies, renewals, claims, and risk coverage.
- Manage legal documentation relating to company properties and transactions.
- Support company secretarial functions, including board resolutions, meeting minutes, and Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) filings.
- Monitor Oil and Gas regulatory requirements and manage external solicitors.
- LL.B. Degree from a recognized institution and current qualification to practice as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant post-call experience in corporate law.
- Demonstrated experience in the Oil and Gas industry, engineering, construction, or related sectors.
- Expertise in contract management, statutory compliance, insurance administration, and corporate governance.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, communication, and risk assessment skills.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Opportunities for professional growth within a well-established company.
- A collaborative and dynamic work environment.