Overview
Head of Legal Jobs in Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria at CIG Motors Co., Ltd
Title: Head of Legal
Company: CIG Motors Co., Ltd
Location: Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
Job Summary:
The Head of Legal Department is responsible for overseeing all legal matters within the organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, mitigating legal risks, and providing strategic legal guidance. This role involves contract management, dispute resolution, corporate governance, and ensuring adherence to industry-specific laws in the automobile sector.
Key Responsibilities:
Legal Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure compliance with local, national, and international automotive laws and regulations.
Monitor changes in legal and regulatory frameworks affecting the automobile industry.
Develop risk management strategies to minimize legal exposure.
Handle regulatory compliance issues related to vehicle safety, labor laws, and intellectual property.
Contract Management
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with suppliers, dealers, distributors, and other stakeholders.
Ensure that all contractual agreements align with corporate policies and legal requirements.
Manage legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
Dispute Resolution & Litigation
Represent the company in legal disputes, arbitration, and court proceedings.
Manage relationships with external legal counsel when needed.
Handle product liability claims, warranty disputes, and intellectual property rights issues.
Corporate Governance & Ethics
Ensure corporate governance policies are in place and adhered to.
Advise senior management and the board of directors on legal matters.
Implement ethical compliance programs and training for employees.
Intellectual Property & Regulatory Affairs
Protect the company’s trademarks, patents, and proprietary technology.
Oversee legal compliance for product safety standards and environmental regulations.
Ensure adherence to automotive industry-specific compliance such as emissions standards, manufacturing laws, and import/export regulations.
Employment & Labor Law Compliance
Provide legal guidance on employment contracts, labor disputes, and workplace policies.
Ensure compliance with labor laws, employee rights, and workplace safety regulations.
Handle legal matters related to employee terminations, grievances, and workplace ethics.
Requirements
LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws) degree; LL.M. or MBA is an added advantage.
Minimum of 10-15 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role preferably in the automobile or manufacturing industry.
Strong understanding of corporate law, labor law, contract law, intellectual property, and regulatory requirements in the automotive sector.
Negotiation, problem-solving, leadership, risk assessment, and excellent communication skills.
Membership in a recognized bar association or legal body.
Benefits
Competitive Salary
13th Month Allowance
Leave Allowance
Monthly Performance Bonus
Retirement Savings
Robust Medical Coverage
Employee Car Ownership Scheme
Learning & Development Budget
Group Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
