Legal Manager

Our client is a Real Estate development brand, focused on advancing lives. They create contemporary structures, aspiration lifestyle and thriving communities.

As a Legal/Corporate Lawyer at a Property Development Company based in Lagos, you will play a key role in providing legal guidance and support across the company. You will handle a wide range of corporate legal matters, including contract negotiations, compliance, intellectual property, and risk management. Your expertise will help ensure that the company operates within the law and maintains its innovative edge in the technology sector. 

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including vendor agreements, partnership contracts, licensing  agreements, and NDAs.  
  
• Ensure that all contracts align with the company’s interests and comply with applicable laws and regulations.  
  
• Provide legal advice on contract terms and assist in the resolution of any contract disputes.  
  
• Advise on corporate governance matters, including board activities, shareholder agreements, and company policies.  
  
• Assist in the preparation and management of corporate documents, including articles of incorporation, bylaws, and minutes of meetings.           
  
• Ensure compliance with all corporate regulatory requirements and filings.  
  
• Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards, particularly in data protection, intellectual property and employment law. 
  
• Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.  
  
• Provide training to employees on compliance matters and legal issues relevant to the technology industry.  
  
• Advise on the protection and management of the company’s intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.      
  
• Assist in the registration of IP rights and handle any IP-related disputes or litigation.  
  
• Work closely with the product and engineering teams to ensure that new products and technologies are properly protected.  
  
• Identify and assess legal risks associated with the company’s business activities and provide strategic advice to mitigate those risks. 
  
• Manage legal disputes, including handling litigation, arbitration, and settlements as necessary.  
  
• Support the company’s efforts in risk management and legal due diligence concerning mergers, acquisitions and other strategic transactions. 
  
• Provide legal counsel on a wide range of issues, including employment law, privacy law, and corporate law.  
  
• Collaborate with external legal counsel as needed, managing relationships and coordinating efforts on complex legal matters. 
  
• Keep abreast of legal developments in the technology sector and provide updates to the leadership team on relevant changes in law and regulations.              
   
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in law  
  
• Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction
  
• 7+ years of experience as a corporate lawyer, preferably with experience in the technology industry.  
  
• Strong background in contract law, corporate governance, and compliance. 
  
• In depth knowledge of corporate law, intellectual property law, and regulatory compliance
  
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills. 
  
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.  
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  
  
• High level of integrity and professionalism.  
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.  
  
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.