About this role
Legal Officer at Annuva Homes Limited
We're a proven performer in the Nigerian real estate sector and the fastest-growing real estate company in Lagos with premium and affordable housing you can trust.
Legal Officer
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience
- Location Lagos
- Job Field Legal and Regulatory
- Annuva Homes Limited is seeking a competent, detail-oriented, and results-driven Legal Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will provide legal support across our construction, real estate, and corporate operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and protecting the company’s interests.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and manage contracts, agreements, deeds, and other legal documents.
- Review agreements with clients, contractors, consultants, suppliers, and business partners.
- Conduct legal due diligence on properties for purchase, development, and joint venture transactions.
- Ensure compliance with relevant corporate, real estate, construction, and building regulations.
- Advise Management on legal risks, regulatory changes, and appropriate solutions.
- Provide legal support on construction contracts, claims, disputes, and project-related matters.
- Represent the company in negotiations, meetings, mediation, and legal proceedings where required.
- Liaise with external solicitors and government agencies on legal matters.
- Identify potential legal risks and recommend practical measures to protect the company.
Requirements
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An LL.B. degree and qualification from the Nigerian Law School, with a valid call to the Nigerian Bar.
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Relevant legal experience, preferably in real estate, construction, or corporate law.
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Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and legal research skills.
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Good knowledge of property transactions and applicable laws and regulations.
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Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
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High professional ethics, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.
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