Junior Legal Counsel Lagos

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW Afripoint Group Limited is actively recruiting for a Junior Legal Counsel position in Lagos. 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: 1 - 3 years • Educational Background: Others or equivalent • Industry Focus: Law / Legal • Location Preference: in Lagos

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS IN NIGERIA Legal professionals like Junior Legal Counsel 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 Junior Legal Counsel position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 1 - 3 years 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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Afripoint Group is a leading technology solutions provider focused on delivering innovative products and services across various sectors. We are driven by a commitment to excellence and creativity, providing world-class solutions to our clients. At Afripoint Group, we value collaboration, forward-thinking, and a passion for pushing the boundaries of design to create exceptional user experiences. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Junior Legal Counsel

Location: Lagos

Department: Legal & Compliance

Reports To: Senior Legal & Compliance Officer Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Legal Counsel to support the Legal & Compliance function across the Group and its subsidiaries. The successful candidate will assist with legal research, contract drafting and review, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, litigation management, and other legal matters arising from the Group's business operations. The role provides an excellent opportunity for a young lawyer to gain broad in-house legal experience across multiple business sectors.

Assist in drafting, reviewing and proofreading contracts, agreements, memoranda, letters and other legal documents. Conduct legal and regulatory research and prepare legal opinions, summaries and advisory notes. Support the review of commercial transactions and provide preliminary legal input under supervision. Assist with corporate governance and secretarial matters for the Group and its subsidiaries. Support statutory and regulatory filings with relevant government agencies and regulators, including the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). Maintain and update corporate records, statutory registers, licenses, permits and other compliance documentation. Monitor applicable laws, regulations and regulatory developments relevant to the Group's businesses. Assist in implementing and monitoring the Group's legal and compliance policies and procedures. Support the management and coordination of litigation, external solicitors and other professional advisers. Carry out other legal, corporate and compliance assignments as may be delegated by the Legal & Compliance Officer.

Qualifications and Requirements

LL.B from a recognized institution. Called to the Nigerian Bar. 1–3 years post-call experience; Strong legal research, writing and drafting skills. Good understanding of Nigerian corporate and commercial law. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. High level of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.

Commercial awareness and interest in business operations. Ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work independently while taking appropriate supervision and direction. A proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

9th September, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVand a brief cover letter to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using “Junior Legal Counsel” as the subject of the mail.