Legal Manager

The Legal Counsel at FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Plc will execute the Company’s Legal agenda through innovative global legal strategies.

 

This position of Legal Counsel involves the continuous provision of timely and effective legal interventions by ensuring that FrieslandCampina's global legal structures are adopted and executed within peculiar yet dynamic business environments. Additionally, this role will include stakeholder relations and management with necessary third parties, as well as upholding the Code of Ethics at both internal and external levels.

 

Moreover, the Legal Counsel shall support the Company Secretary in delivering legal and company secretarial functions.

Legal Manager

Ce que nous demandons

    • A law degree with expertise in contract law, the Companies and Allied Matters Act, the Securities and Exchange Commission Act, the Financial Reporting Council Act, intellectual property, real estate, litigation, company secretarial practice, and corporate governance.

     

    • A Master's in Law (LL.M) or an Associate of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN) will offer a distinct advantage.
    • A minimum of 7 to 10 years' experience working in a reputable law firm or as in-house counsel for an FMCG.

     

    • Fluent in both written and spoken English. Fluency in other local languages is regarded as an advantage.

     

    • Someone who demonstrates drive and commitment, who can naturally have a positive impact on our organisation, acting with commercial awareness and energy.

     

    • Someone who is intellectually curious, possesses strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, is willing to learn, is confident, and can engage effectively regardless of the stakeholders.

Ce que nous offrons

    • A dynamic, challenging, and innovative work environment.
    • We believe in nourishing growth and offer training and personal development.
    • Competitive remuneration package

Description du poste vacant

  • Provide comprehensive commercial legal support and reduce legal risks associated with medium and highly complex strategic business transactions, including local partnerships and transactions with FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria.

 

  • Manage a wide array of legal matters, ranging from sales and distribution agreements to corporate housekeeping, supply chain, and procurement-related issues;

 

  • Provide high-quality, comprehensive commercial legal advice on transactions spanning multiple jurisdictions by employing a collaborative, business-partnering approach.

 

  • Manage external legal counsel efficiently and cost-effectively.

 

  • Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiencies and processes while developing and maintaining strong relationships with your business partners.

 

  • Raise awareness of and address risks associated with (new) local regulations and legislation in the region as well.

 

  • Deliver interactive training programmes to foster robust legal awareness at FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Plc.

 

  • Ensure the local implementation of global programmes and digital tools such as Salesforce and Compass;

 

  • Collaborate closely with fellow Legal Counsel in global FrieslandCampina entities to align and develop legal strategies, advice, and tools.
Chez FrieslandCampina, nous croyons en un environnement de travail où chaque employé peut être pleinement lui-même et se sentir libre d'exprimer tout son potentiel. Nous valorisons les différences et accueillons les candidatures quels que soient votre genre, votre religion, votre origine ethnique, votre orientation sexuelle, votre âge, votre handicap ou votre nationalité. Si ce que nous sommes vous correspond, nous vous encourageons à postuler, même si vous pensez ne pas correspondre à toutes les exigences du poste.

Reports to: Head of Legal/Company Secretary

Team: Legal team

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