Legal Manager at Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc

Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc (MUTUAL) has evolved into a conglomerate consisting of value-adding companies with diverse interests in various sectors of the Nigerian economy through investments, strategic alliances, and partnerships. Today, MUTUAL is a leading brand in the Nigerian Insurance industry, with over 3,000 staff and marketing executives in its employment.

Title: Legal Manager

Location: Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

Corporate Governance:

• Assist the Company Secretary in ensuring the company’s compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Provide guidance tthe board of directors and senior management on corporate governance matters.

Compliance and Regulatory Affairs:

• Support the Company Secretary in maintaining company records, organizing board meetings, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and regulatory filings.
• Assist in filing annual returns, disclosures, and other regulatory documentation.

Board Support and Communication:

• Facilitate effective communication between the board of directors, shareholders, and stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing board agendas, taking minutes, and maintaining board records.

Risk Management and Ethics:

• Assist in overseeing risk management processes, including risk identification, evaluation, and mitigation.
• Promote ethical practices within the organization and ensure adherence tcorporate codes of conduct.

Legal Advisory:

• Provide legal advice and guidance tthe company’s management and employees on various legal matters, including contract law, employment law, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution.

Contract Drafting and Negotiation:

• Draft and review contracts, agreements, and other legal documents tprotect the company’s interests and align them with its objectives.

Risk Assessment and Compliance:

• Assess legal risks associated with the company’s operations and propose strategies tmitigate those risks.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Dispute Resolution:

• Represent the company’s interests in legal disputes or litigation, either through negotiation or collaboration with external legal counsel.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate the following competencies.

• Understanding of corporate governance principles, laws, and regulations tensure compliance within the organization.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards tensure regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in contract law principles, including contract drafting, negotiation, and interpretation.
• Familiarity with employment laws and regulations tprovide guidance on employment-related legal matters.
• Understanding of intellectual property laws and rights tprotect the company’s intellectual assets.
• Knowledge of risk management principles and practices tidentify and mitigate legal risks.
• Understanding of dispute resolution methods and strategies thandle legal disputes effectively.

Deadline: Not Specified.

How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to:  using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

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