Head, Legal Services at the Edo State Government

The Edo State Government invites applications from suitable candidates for the position below:

Location: Edo

Job Description

The Head of Legal Services will be primarily responsible for all legal matters of the company.
He or she is responsible for drafting and negotiating all legal contracts and verifies the drawing of contracts and other legal documents.
He or she provides internal legal services and acts as the chief legal advisor to the company on all legal, statutory and constitutional requirements to ensure that the organization is protected from all legal action.
The candidate performs duties specific to the position and other functions as assigned.

Qualifications

A four-year LLB from a reputable university (an LL.M degree will be an added advantage)
Member of a professional association.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years experience in a similar role, which must consist of advanced understanding of the company operations and commercial transactions preferably in a media organization.

He or she must possess:

Ability to deal with complex problems and ability in applying judgment and independent reasoning in situations where applicable precedence and laws may not exist.
Demonstrated drafting skills for corporate compliance and legal documentation.
Advanced practical experience in negotiations and drafting documenting various types for company transactions.
Advanced skills in research or investigations of facts and cases.
Microsoft computer skills to meet production needs of the position.
Exceptional oral, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to carry out instructions and instruct others, interpret documents, understand procedures, write reports and correspondence, speak clearly to management peers and employees.

Application Closing Date
26th July, 2022.