Job Description
Position: Legal Adviser (Two Positions in Lagos Office)
Job Type: Full-Time
Location:- Lagos
Experience:- 7 Years
Education:- BA/BSc/HND
Job Field:- Law / Legal
Are you a seasoned legal professional with a passion for human rights, transparency, and accountability? An esteemed human rights non-governmental organization, with offices in Lagos and Abuja, is actively seeking highly qualified lawyers to join its Litigation and Legal Advice Unit as Legal Advisers.
About Us:
At the forefront of promoting human rights and combating corruption, our organization is committed to making a difference in the legal landscape. With a dynamic team and a strong presence in Lagos and Abuja, we are dedicated to fostering positive change and upholding the values of justice, transparency, and accountability.
Roles and Responsibilities:
As a Legal Adviser, you will play a pivotal role in our Litigation and Legal Advice Unit. Key responsibilities include:
- Providing legal counsel on human rights issues and anticorruption matters.
- Demonstrating a strong commitment to human rights and maintaining transparency in legal processes.
- Thinking legally, analytically, and strategically to address complex legal challenges.
- Effectively communicating legal positions through excellent written and oral skills in English.
- Planning and prioritizing tasks efficiently, managing multiple demands with precision.
- Advocating for complex issues both internally and externally with strong interpersonal skills.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 7 years post-call litigation experience.
- Knowledge of anticorruption and human rights fields.
- Commitment to human rights, transparency, and accountability.
- Analytical thinking and strategic problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
- Capacity to defend and explain complex issues to staff and external stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal skills for collaborative work within and outside the organization.
Salaries and Benefits:
We offer competitive remuneration packages tailored to your experience.
How to Apply;
If you are ready to contribute your legal expertise to a meaningful cause, send your CV to lagosngovacancy@gmail.com. Please use “Legal Adviser Application” as the subject of your email.
Join us in making a difference! Your legal prowess can shape a brighter future.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.