Job Title: Mid-Level Lawyer Location: Lagos Reports To: Senior Counsel / Managing Partner Job Overview: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Mid-Level Lawyer to join our legal team. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical skills, in-depth legal knowledge, and the ability to provide strategic legal advice. This role requires someone with 4-7 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in a law firm or in-house legal department. The ideal candidate should be capable of managing complex legal matters with minimal supervision, working on multiple projects, and collaborating with various departments across the organization. Key Responsibilities: Legal Research and Analysis: Conduct thorough legal research on complex issues, interpret statutes, regulations, and case law, and provide detailed analysis and legal advice. Contract Drafting and Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with relevant legal frameworks and minimizing legal risks. Litigation Support: Assist in managing litigation matters, including preparation of pleadings, motions, and briefs. Coordinate with external counsel as needed. Regulatory Compliance: Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations, advise the company on compliance requirements, and develop policies to ensure adherence to legal standards. Dispute Resolution: Manage and resolve legal disputes, ensuring the company’s interests are protected in settlements, mediations, arbitrations, or litigation. Client/Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, providing strategic legal guidance and ensuring effective communication between legal and business teams. Risk Management: Identify potential legal risks, recommend proactive solutions, and work with business teams to implement risk mitigation strategies. Corporate Governance: Provide legal support on matters related to corporate governance, including the drafting of board resolutions, corporate filings, and other corporate documents. Qualifications: Experience: 4-7 years of PQE in a law firm or in-house setting, with substantial experience in corporate law, commercial contracts, litigation, and regulatory compliance. Skills: Strong legal writing and drafting skills. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking. Familiarity with legal technologies and case management systems. Preferred Experience: Knowledge of data privacy, intellectual property, employment law. Prior experience working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. Personal Attributes: Proactive and solution-oriented. Strong ethical judgment and integrity. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills. Job Type: Full-time