Our client seeks a highly motivated and experienced Commercial Lawyer to join their dynamic Legal team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality legal advice and support across a range of commercial matters, including but not limited to:
Key Responsibilities
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts, including Sales and Purchase Agreements, Service Agreements, Licensing Agreements, Distribution Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Data Processing Agreements
Provide legal advice and support about commercial disputes, including Contract breach, Intellectual property infringement, and Competition law issues, Assist in the preparation and defense of legal claims
Advise on and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including Consumer protection laws, Competition laws, Data protection laws
Conduct legal research and analysis on a range of commercial and legal issues
Prepare legal memos and presentations
Provide legal support to various business units on a range of projects, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and new product launches.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Proactively identify and mitigate legal risks.
Stay abreast of legal and regulatory developments.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a reputable university.
Professional legal qualification (e.g., Bar qualification) is essential.
3-4 years post-qualification experience in a commercial law environment (in-house or private practice).
Strong understanding of commercial law principles, including contract, corporate, and intellectual property laws.
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proactive, results-oriented, and able to meet deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.
Experience with legal project management software
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Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: cv@ascentech.com.ng using the “Electrician” in full as the subject of the mail.
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cv@ascentech.com.ng