Corporate/Commercial Associate

• Provide legal support and advisory services on corporate and commercial transactions.
  


• Advise clients on business structuring, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance matters.
  


• Support clients with company secretarial and post-incorporation compliance requirements where applicable.
  


• Conduct legal research and prepare advisory memoranda on corporate and commercial law issues.
  

• Assist with mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, investment transactions, and due diligence exercises.
  


• Conduct legal due diligence reviews and prepare due diligence reports.
  


• Support transaction closings, filings, and regulatory submissions.
  

• Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting clients and the firm’s practice areas.
  


• Assist clients with regulatory filings, permits, approvals, and compliance obligations.
  


• Provide support on interactions with regulatory agencies and governmental authorities.
  

• Maintain effective communication with clients regarding ongoing transactions and advisory matters.
  


• Attend client meetings, negotiations, and strategy sessions where required.
  


• Support client relationship management and business development initiatives.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognized institution.
  


• Barrister-at-Law (B.L.) qualification and admission to the Nigerian Bar.
  


• Minimum of 3-7 years post-call experience in corporate/commercial practice within reputable law firms.
  


• Exposure to commercial transactions, regulatory advisory, corporate governance, and contract drafting is required.
  


• Experience in mergers and acquisitions, finance