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About Omsa Integrated Services Limited
With our fleet of vessels and our own modular refinery being built, OMSA is one of the leading physical suppliers of bunker fuels and lubricants in West Africa. With complete control of the supply chain from order to delivery, we ensure quality, quantity, flexibility and compliance whilst minimising operational costs for our customers. Our services range from trading to physical supply of bunker fuels, marine services and terminal operations.
Summary
- Company: Omsa Integrated Services Limited
- Job Title: Legal Officer
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND/MSC
- Location: Lagos
- Application Deadline: 25th August, 2024
Job Title: Legal Officer
Job Overview
The Legal Officer will provide company secretariat and legal advisory services to ensure the Company and its subsidiary companies remain in line with all financial, legal and corporate governance standards.
Key Responsibilities
• Negotiate, draft, and finalize construction contracts with clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards
• Manage contract administration, including monitoring performance, tracking deadlines, and processing change orders
• Analyze and mitigate contractual risks throughout the project lifecycle
• Identify and resolve contract disputes efficiently and cost-effectively
• Collaborate effectively with project managers, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders
• Maintain a comprehensive contract database and filing system
• Provide legal advice and counsel to the executive management, and subsidiary leaders on a wide range of legal matters
• Manage external legal counsel when necessary and monitor legal expenses
• Organize training programs on legal and ethical matters to employees, promoting a culture of compliance and integrity
• Handle or oversee the resolution of legal disputes, including litigation and arbitration, and work to protect the organization’s interests
• Ensure compliance with data protection and privacy laws, safeguarding sensitive information and client data
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports as required by relevant financial authorities
• Build and maintain relationships with regulatory authorities, external legal firms, and industry associations
Requirements
• Minimum of Bachelor of Law Degree
• Barrister of Law degree from an accredited law school and active membership in a relevant bar association
• Minimum of 4-5 years post-call experience in legal or related areas within the construction and real estate industry
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, including standard forms (e.g., AIA)
• Proficient in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• A keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Strong understanding of construction and real estate services laws and regulations, corporate governance, contract law, and compliance requirements specific to the construction and real estate industry
• In-depth understanding of regulatory compliance requirements. Should be well acquainted with the regulatory environment
• Expertise in contract law, including contract drafting, negotiation and review, and corporate governance best practices
• Proficiency in handling legal disputes, litigation, and arbitration proceedings, and the ability to protect the organization’s interests
• Skill in identifying, assessing, and mitigating legal and regulatory risks that could impact the organization
• Other requirements are excellent communication skills, negotiation skills, strategic thinking, stakeholder management e.t.c
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: joshua@omsaservices.com using the Job Title as the Subject of mail.