Legal Officer
Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description
Property Documentation & Conveyancing:
- Draft, review, and finalize real estate contracts, including Deeds of Assignment, Contracts of Sale, Leases, Joint Venture Agreements, and Power of Attorney.
- Facilitate and oversee title perfection, land registration, and perfection of real estate instruments with state land registries.
Legal Due Diligence & Risk Management:
- Conduct thorough legal due diligence on land acquisition opportunities, title searches at land registries, and property ownership history.
- Identify potential legal risks in commercial transactions and structure contracts to protect company interests.
Regulatory Compliance & Corporate Governance:
- Ensure full compliance with state and federal land laws, urban planning regulations, and corporate governance standards.
- Manage regulatory filings, statutory permits, and maintain corporate records and board documentation.
Dispute Resolution & External Liaison:
- Liaise with regulatory agencies, government bodies, local authorities, and external solicitors.
- Manage dispute resolution, handle tenancy/client legal issues, and manage external litigation briefs when required.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and Call to the Nigerian Bar (BL).
- Experience: 3–5 years of post-call experience in commercial law, with a strong focus on real estate, property conveyancing, and land documentation.
Key Skills:
- Deep understanding of Lagos State land laws, titling procedures, and registry operations.
- Proven skill in legal drafting, contract negotiation, and due diligence execution.
- Strong communication, analytical thinking, and stakeholder management skills.
Salary
N300,000 - N350,000 monthly.
Application Closing Date
21st September, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and and experienced cooks should send their CVs to: recruitment@khadashaafrica.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.