Job Summary

• The Legal Officer will oversee the company’s legal affairs relating to property transactions, including contract drafting, title searches, documentation perfection, litigation management, and recovery of encroached lands.
• The role ensures that all real estate and construction activities are conducted in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, protecting the company’s interests at every stage.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and interpret contracts, lease agreements, deeds of assignment, memoranda of understanding, joint venture agreements, and other legal documents.
• Conduct comprehensive title searches and due diligence on properties intended for acquisition, sale, or development.
• Handle perfection of title and related documentation at relevant registries and government agencies.
• Provide legal opinions and advice on real estate transactions, property laws, and construction contracts.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings, liaise with external counsel on litigation, and follow up on court cases.
• Develop strategies and lead efforts to retrieve or regularize encroached or disputed lands.
• Ensure timely registration and filing of necessary documents to secure company interests in properties.
• Monitor regulatory changes affecting real estate and construction operations and advise management accordingly.
• Maintain a comprehensive legal documentation system for all company properties and related transactions.
• Support the negotiation process with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to protect the company’s legal and commercial interests.
• Shall be responsible for timely notice of payment for ground rent bill, tenancy rate etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B), plus B.L from the Nigerian Law School (or equivalent in jurisdiction of operation).
• Minimum of 3 years post-call experience, preferably in real estate, property law, or construction.
• Proven experience with contract drafting, property searches, title perfection, and litigation.
• Strong knowledge of land use regulations, property registration processes, and relevant statutes.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and legal drafting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and transactions simultaneously with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research tools.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics