Solicitor - Corporate & Commercial Law -Abuja, Nigeria | Hybrid

3 weeks ago
Gauteng, South Africa AGC Recruitment Full-time

Introduction

A leading Nigerian commercial law firm specialising exclusively in non-contentious and transactional legal practice is seeking an experienced Solicitor to join its Abuja office.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven Nigerian lawyer with 2–3 years' post-qualification experience and practical exposure to corporate and commercial transactions, regulatory advisory and client-facing legal work.

The successful candidate will join a professional environment offering exposure to sophisticated commercial matters across a range of industries and opportunities for continued professional development.

Practice Areas

The firm advises clients across a broad range of commercial legal disciplines, including:

  • Corporate & Commercial Law
  • Energy, Power & Infrastructure
  • Finance & Capital Markets
  • Private Equity
  • Real Estate & Construction
  • Technology & Digital Economy
  • Tax Advisory
  • Corporate Secretarial, Governance & Compliance

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide legal and commercial support across a range of non-contentious, transactional and regulatory matters, including:

  • Advising corporate and institutional clients on corporate and commercial legal matters.
  • Assisting with the structuring, negotiation and execution of commercial and corporate transactions.
  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements, transaction documents, corporate documentation and legal instruments.
  • Conducting legal research, due diligence and regulatory reviews and preparing practical, commercially focused advice.
  • Supporting corporate transactions from initial instruction and structuring through due diligence, drafting, negotiation and completion.
  • Advising clients on applicable Nigerian legislation, regulations, regulatory requirements and compliance obligations.
  • Managing and supporting regulatory interface and engagement with relevant government agencies and regulatory authorities.
  • Preparing legal opinions, memoranda, reports and other advisory documentation.
  • Reviewing contracts and identifying legal, commercial, regulatory and risk considerations.
  • Assisting with corporate governance, company secretarial and compliance matters, where required.
  • Supporting matters relating to energy, power, infrastructure, finance, capital markets, private equity, real estate, construction and technology, depending on the candidate's experience.
  • Conducting transactional and regulatory research and keeping abreast of relevant developments in Nigerian commercial law and regulation.
  • Liaising with clients, counterparties, regulators, professional advisers and other stakeholders.
  • Managing multiple matters and ensuring work is delivered accurately and within agreed deadlines.
  • Working closely with senior lawyers and contributing to the delivery of high-quality legal and commercial advice.
  • Developing strong client relationships and demonstrating an understanding of clients' commercial objectives.
  • Supporting business development, client presentations and other practice development initiatives where required.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Minimum Requirements

  • LL.B or equivalent law degree.
  • Called to the Nigerian Bar and authorised to practise law in Nigeria.
  • 2–3 years' post-qualification experience (PQE).
  • Practical experience in corporate and commercial transactions is essential.
  • Demonstrable experience dealing with regulatory matters and regulatory interface.
  • Experience gained within a commercial law firm, financial advisory/consulting environment or comparable professional services organisation.
  • Strong experience in legal drafting, contract review, legal research and commercial advisory.
  • Good understanding of Nigerian corporate and commercial law and applicable regulatory frameworks.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate, high-quality legal work.
  • Ability to manage multiple matters, prioritise effectively and work to deadlines.
  • A commercially minded approach with the ability to understand and respond to clients' business objectives.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with senior lawyers and wider professional teams.

Package & Remuneration

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