Junior Legal Counsel at People Capacity Management

Job Title: Junior Legal Counsel

Responsibilities

• Assist in the perfection and registration of mortgage and land title documents, ensuring all processes comply with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Conduct thorough due diligence on property documents to verify ownership, identify potential risks, and provide recommendations to mitigate any legal or financial exposure.
• Serve as a key liaison with land registries, surveyors, law firms, and other professionals involved in the title perfection process to ensure the timely completion of all related tasks
• Ensure the proper maintenance and updating of statutory records and registers in line with the requirements of the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) and other relevant regulations.
• Prepare, file, and monitor statutory returns with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), including annual returns, changes in directorships, share allotments, and other corporate filings.
• Review, draft, and negotiate loan agreements, collateral documents, and other legal contracts related to the bank’s mortgage operations, ensuring that all agreements align with legal and organizational standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B) and a Call to the Nigerian Bar (B.L).
• 5–7 years of relevant post-call experience, preferably in a financial institution, real estate or related sector.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian property laws, company secretarial practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in handling land documentation and CAC filings.
• Excellent drafting, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
• Strong understanding of financial services industry regulations.
• Experience in corporate governance and stakeholder management

Application Instructions:

The application deadline is on 10th February, 2025. Therefore, qualified and interested candidates can “CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION” It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply successfully for this vacancy.