Legal and Expansion Officer at Welcome2Africa

JOB TITLE: Legal and Expansion Officer

JOB LOCATION: Abuja (FCT)

JOB DETAILS

• The Legal and Expansion Officer role at Welcome2africa International is a critical strategic role responsible for supporting the organization’s legal compliance, risk management, and business expansion initiatives. This position plays a key role in navigating W2A’s expansion project’s legal complexities and identifying opportunities for organizational growth across various markets and jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities
Legal Compliance and Research:

• Conduct in-depth legal research on regulatory requirements
• Ensure organizational compliance with local and international laws
• Monitor changes in legal landscapes affecting the organization

Business Expansion Support:

• Assist in developing market entry strategies
• Conduct thorough market feasibility studies
• Analyze potential legal barriers to expansion

Contract Management:

• Draft, review, and analyze legal contracts and agreements
• Ensure contractual terms align with organizational objective
• Provide legal interpretations of complex contract terms

Strategic Support:

• Provide legal insights for strategic decision-making
• Support organizational strategic planning
• Offer legal perspectives on business initiatives
• The Legal and Expansion Officer will be reporting directly to the Legal and Expansion Lead and also perform other duties as deemed fit by the Lead.

Requirements
Education: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB), membership in a recognized legal body is an added advantage

Experience:

• 3+ years of legal experience, with a strong background in corporate law, government relations, project management and compliance.
• Notable experience in supporting organizational growth, and providing legal administrative support.
• Strong understanding of corporate legal principles and proficiency in legal document preparation.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance processes.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with a track record of managing contracts and legal agreements.
• Ability to manage and mitigate legal risks in emerging markets and across multiple jurisdictions.
• Excellent research and documentation skills.

Benefits

• Salary: N150,000 – N180,000 monthly.
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) coverage for you and your dependents.
• Competitive Salary: Attractive remuneration package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
• Flexible Work Environment: Support for work-life balance with flexible working hours.
• Networking Opportunities: Engage with key stakeholders and international partners in the agribusiness and energy sectors.
• 13th-month salary, based on organizational performance.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects and collaborate with a diverse and talented team

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for the ongoing Welcome2Africa job recruitment, visit the job APPLICATION PORTAL to submit your application!

Note: If you are a seasoned legal professional with a passion for governance, expansion, and government relations, we encourage you to apply