Head of Legal & Company Secretary (CS) at Proten

Job Description

• Manage records of contracts & other legal documents deposited with the legal team for safekeeping
• Provide legal advice and guidance in all matters concerning the laws and regulations governing the Group, its staff, legal structure(s) and the conduct of its operations and transactions conducted by departments
• Supervise a comprehensive due diligence prior to investments where necessary
• When necessary, defend and settle disputes and litigation involving the Group and liaise with external lawyers as required
• Conduct legal research prior to effecting corporate changes and potential exits and conduct external counsels in this regard
• Organise, prepare agendas for, and take minutes of board meetings, Board Committee Meetings and general meetings (AGMs)
• Maintain statutory books, including registers of members, Directors and secretaries and ensure that corporate regulatory filings are up to date
• Research documents and case history to ensure the accuracy of legal advice and procedures
• Keep up to date with changes and developments in the law by reading journals and attending relevant programmes
• Ensure that the company complies with its Memorandum and Articles of Association and applicable corporate governance policies
• Provide adequate guidance to the board on their responsibilities and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment, and advise management on appropriate action
• Liaise with relevant government and regulatory authorities, where required
• Participate in industry-focus groups including the Nigerian Bar Association Corporate Counsel sections
• Participate in disciplinary committee meetings and provide legal counsel on approach and recommendations
• Provide legal counsel to the respective departments within the company and review all presented documents that have legal implications prior to signing by any company representative
• Provide support to the compliance team on all regulatory matters, where required
• Propose and/or implement innovative ideas to enhance business results in the firm
• Act as a leader and mentor to junior employees in the firm
• Manage other activities as delegated by Management
• Supervise and coach junior members of the team

General Key Performance Indicators

• Ensure the appropriate drafting of legal documents in accordance with the brief provided
• Ensure corporate records are up to date
• Provide timely updates on legal issues and developments that affect the operations of the Company
• Maintain a healthy relationship with regulatory authorities and government agencies
• Ensure the effective management of all disputes or escalated complaints
• Ensure proper documentation of outcome of all Board, Committee and general meetings
• Ensure the review and adequacy of company contracts through the various teams
• Ensure zero regulatory, statutory or legal infractions

Education

• First degree
• Law school
• Masters

Experience

• Preferably posted to a law firm or the legal unit of a financial services company during the NYSC year
• 8years post NYSC experience