Legal Manager at BUA Group

Employment Nigeria 23-Mar-2024 ₦Not Available LAGOS , Manufacturing

BUA Group is a leading Foods & Infrastructure Conglomerate in Nigeria with diversified investments spanning key sectors of the Nigerian sector. At BUA, we hire collaborative problem- solvers with a self-motivational drive from all backgrounds and provide training, unlocking opportunities to advance in your career path within the organization.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Manager

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full-time
Reporting To: Group Chief Legal Officer, BUA Group
Internally Relates With: Head of Business Units/ Function Heads
Externally Relates To: External Service Providers.

Job Objectives

Ensure that our company’s processes remain in compliance with all existing laws and regulations.
Provide any needed legal counsel. Interpret and clarify any vague language in-laws and regulations as they apply to the company.
Aid with the drafting of contracts and other legal agreements used by the company.

Duties / Responsibilities / Accountabilities
Specifically, the candidate’s duties will include:

Drafting and review of contracts, agreements and other legal documents, instruments, or legal issues.
Promptly monitor, alert and advise on identified and potential risks and threats in the company’s regulatory environment with respect to issues of contracts, key regulatory compliance and local content compliance
Review, draft, project-manage and negotiate a wide range of legal and commercial agreements with governments, government agencies, joint venture partners and Communities.
Provide comprehensive legal advice on proposed policies, decisions and actions; contracting, litigation, leases, procurement, employment, corporate governance, regulatory compliance; intellectual property matters and other issues, as they arise.
Liaise with relevant regulatory authorities, joint venture partners and other stakeholders.
Promptly and properly monitor execution and rendition of returns on all regulatory compliance status and returns from relevant business units and interfaces.
Interface and monitor external consultants and solicitors for effective delivery of legal jobs / assignments.
provide legal advice for all of the Company’s operations and joint venture businesses in Nigeria. He/she will ensure compliance with the Group’s corporate legal policies, local and international laws, statutory requirements, and, partner agreements.

Requirements

Applicant must possess LLB from a reputable university. Possession of a higher degree will be of advantage.
Membership of the Nigerian Bar Association or any other relevant professional body is essential,
Knowledge of, and familiarity with Nigeria’s legal and regulatory framework for E&P businesses is essential.
Strong written and oral communication skills, as well as, excellent interpersonal & negotiation skill.
Minimum of twelve (5) years’ post-call experience in commercial legal practice, with emphasis in oil and gas industry.
Proven experience in assessing legal risks in E&P operations, as well as, proffering legal advice on joint venture agreements, of taker agreements, crude oil agreements etc.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Application Deadline 23rd March, 2024.

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