Job Title: Legal Counsel Location: Isolo, Lagos Industry: Pharmaceuticals Salary: 500k-600k Job Overview: We are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Legal Counsel to join our pharmaceutical manufacturing company. The Legal Counsel will be responsible for providing legal advice and support on a range of corporate legal matters, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and overseeing communications with relevant authorities, including SEC and FMDQ. Key Responsibilities:
Provide legal advice on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory issues within the pharmaceutical sector.
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to protect the company's interests.
Manage communications with regulatory bodies, including Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Financial Markets Dealers Quotations (FMDQ).
Conduct legal research and analysis to support business decisions and risk management strategies.
Monitor changes in laws and regulations that may affect the company and advise management accordingly.
Assist in dispute resolution and litigation matters as needed.
Collaborate with various departments to ensure adherence to legal standards and corporate policies.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) with a valid license to practice law (Bar Admission).
3+ years of experience in corporate law, preferably within the pharmaceutical sector.
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance in the pharmaceutical industry.
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Professional certifications (e.g., LLM) or memberships in relevant legal associations are a plus.
To Apply:
Interested candidates should send CV and a cover letter via email to princess.kiyix@gmail.com using the job title and their location as subject of the email.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₦500,000.00 - ₦600,000.00 per month Application Question(s):
What education qualification qualifies you for this role?
How many years of work experience do you have as Legal Counsel?
Have may years of corporate law experience do you currently have?
How many years of work experience do have in the pharmaceutical sector?
Are you familiar with SEC and FMDQ communications?