Junior Legal Office / Legal Administrative Assistant

Afconrecruit Limited

Junior Legal Office / Legal Administrative Assistant

Location: Lagos, Nigeria Job Type: Full Time Qualification: BA/BSc/HND

Experience

• Location Lagos
• Job Field Legal and Regulatory

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, review, and maintain legal documents, letters, agreements, contracts, and reports.
• Assist with legal research and the preparation of legal briefs and summaries under appropriate supervision.
• Support the preparation and review of employment contracts, service agreements, business proposals, and other corporate documents.
• Maintain an organised filing system for legal records, contracts, and company documentation.
• Assist with corporate compliance, regulatory documentation, and statutory filing requirements.
• Monitor contract renewal dates, deadlines, appointments, and other important legal timelines.
• Support the legal team in liaising with clients, external solicitors, regulatory bodies, and business partners.
• Provide administrative support for meetings, correspondence, and legal documentation.
• Handle confidential company and client information with the highest level of professionalism and integrity.

Requirements

• A Degree in Law (LL.B.) is preferred for candidates pursuing the Legal Officer or Legal Associate track.

• Call to Bar qualification is an advantage for legal practice-related responsibilities.

• Candidates with relevant legal secretarial training or administrative experience may also be considered.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and digital document management.

• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and time management.

• High level of integrity, discretion, professionalism, and willingness to learn.

• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision while collaborating with other team members.

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