Senior Corporate Lawyer
LagosFull-timeCorporate LawSenior Level
We are seeking an experienced corporate lawyer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial transactions. The Senior Corporate Lawyer will work closely with the firm’s Partners to deliver high-impact advice on corporate, investment, and transactional mandates. The role requires a lawyer who can think commercially, lead deal teams, and communicate clearly with clients ranging from founders and investors to multinational corporations.
You will have significant autonomy and direct client contact, with opportunities to shape both client outcomes and the firm’s corporate advisory strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and board advisory matters.
- Draft, review, and negotiate high-value transaction documents and commercial contracts.
- Lead and manage complex corporate and commercial transactions, including M&A, joint ventures, equity and debt investments, corporate restructurings, and shareholder arrangements.
- Support investors, startups, and established companies in structuring deals and navigating investment frameworks.
- Oversee due diligence exercises and coordinate cross-practice support.
- Mentor junior lawyers and contribute to the firm’s knowledge and training programmes.
- Engage with regulators, clients, and counterparties to resolve complex corporate issues.
- Contribute to business development and thought leadership initiatives within the Corporate Practice.
Requirements
- LL.B and B.L required; postgraduate qualification (LL.M, MBA, or professional certification) is an advantage.
- Minimum of 7–10 years’ post-call experience in corporate and commercial law, preferably at a leading law firm or in-house legal department.
- Strong transactional experience, including M&A, corporate finance, or investment law.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple mandates and lead client relationships
- Commercial mindset and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
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