Legal Officer at John Holt

John Holt has been an important participant in many areas of the Nigerian economy. The Group’s enduring relationship with its parent company has enabled it to attract strong franchises and international brands. The Group’s operations and interests are managed by the following divisions: TECHNICAL PRODUCTS & LEASING SERVICES: - This is a dominant leader among its peers in the country and has different business operational units including: John Holt Engineering: This unit specializes in the sales, installation and maintenance of High Capacity Diesel Generators from 12.5kVA to 2200kVA. These generators are made in factories that are ISO 9001 certified and assembled in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Officer

Location: Lagos

Roles

• To draft, review and document contracts: Lease, Deed of Assignment, Warehousing, SLA, Mortgage, Bonds, Advance Payment Guarantees etc.
• Represent Legal Unit in meetings & prepare weekly & monthly report
• Liaise with external solicitors on cases in court
• Filing of statutory reports to relevant authorities
• Assist the Company Secretary in other deem fit and any other assignment assigned to him.
• Give advice and opinion on legal issues bearing in mind the company’s activities (Sales & Services of Diesel Generators, solar, Fire Trucks, Warehousing. Properties)
• Give advice and opinion on Property and Warehousing issues
• Draft letters & responses to parties in transactions with John Holt Plc., Service and other units.

Requirements

• Minimum of Second Class Degree in Law
• 6 years post qualified experience
• A proactive approach to risk management and problem solving
• Good client relationship and ability to work confidently, independently and interact at all levels of the organization.
• Relationship management skills & openness to feedback.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills and an ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to details

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume to: careers@jhplc.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail