Director, Legal Department Jalingo

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW: Nwonye Business World is actively recruiting for a Director, Legal Department position in Jalingo. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Law / Legal sector looking to advance their careers in Nigeria's dynamic job market.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE: We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile: • Experience Level: Not Specified • Educational Background: Others or equivalent • Industry Focus: Law / Legal • Location Preference: in Jalingo

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS IN NIGERIA: Legal professionals like Director, Legal Department ensure justice, compliance with Nigerian law, and organizational governance. This role is essential for the legal framework and business operations.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS This role in Law / Legal offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations in Nigeria.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE: When applying for this Director, Legal Department position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the Not Specified requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Others • Specific achievements in the Law / Legal field • Any certifications or specialized training • Proficiency in relevant software and tools

🌍 NIGERIA JOB MARKET CONTEXT: The Law / Legal sector in Nigeria continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. With Nigeria's growing economy and increasing foreign investment, this position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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Nwonye Business World is a forward-thinking and development-oriented business organization committed to promoting sustainable economic growth, entrepreneurship, agricultural innovation, and wealth creation. The organization seeks to bridge the gap between traditional business practices and modern opportunities by embracing innovation, digital technology, strategic partnerships, and market-driven solutions.

A major area of focus for Nwonye Business World is agriculture, through its subsidiary, Nwonye Integrated Farms (NIF). The subsidiary focuses on crop and animal production, digital and integrated farming, agricultural training, value addition, agribusiness development, and market linkages. Through these initiatives, the organization aims to empower farmers, youths, aspiring agripreneurs, and agricultural cooperatives with the knowledge, skills, and business opportunities needed to succeed in the modern agricultural economy. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Director, Legal Department

Location: Jalingo, Taraba

Employment Type: Full-time Key Responsibilities

Provide legal advice to the organization. Draft, review, and interpret contracts, agreements, letters, and other legal documents. Represent the organization in legal and regulatory matters where applicable. Monitor compliance with relevant Nigerian laws and regulations. Protect the organization's legal interests and provide risk-management advice.

Must possess an LL.B (Bachelor of Laws) degree from a recognized University. Must have strong knowledge of Nigerian laws and legal procedures. Excellent communication, analytical, research, and negotiation skills. Ability to represent and advise the organization on legal matters. Must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, and sound judgment. Call to the Nigerian Bar / membership of the Nigerian Bar Association is an added advantage. Relevant legal work experience will be an advantage.

N2,500,000 annually. Application Closing Date

8th December, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

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The Director,

Nwonye Business World,

7B Millennium Suite,

Jalingo, Taraba State,

Nigeria.

Attach a cover note stating the position being applied for and why the applicant is suitable for the position. Clearly state the position and preferred location being applied for. Provide accurate and verifiable educational and professional information. Be available for an interview and/or practical assessment where applicable.