Refin homes limited was established with the aim of bridging housing gap in Nigria. Our key focus is providing affordable housing for middle-class income earners without compromising quality. We are the community builders, set to establish,develop,strenghten and increase economic activities within identified locations.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head, Legal and Compliance / Company Secretary
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
Refin Homes is looking for a highly skilled and diligent Head, Legal and Compliance/Company Secretary to join our team.
This pivotal role will be instrumental in safeguarding the company's legal interests, ensuring full compliance with statutory guidelines, and providing robust company secretarial services.
About the RoleReporting directly to the Managing Partner, you will lead the Legal and Compliance unit, striving to minimize litigation and proactively manage legal risks.
You will be the primary point of contact for all legal and compliance matters, working closely with the Board and Management.
Key ResponsibilitiesLegal Advisory: Provide comprehensive legal counsel to the Board, Management, and staff on all pertinent issues, ensuring optimal legal strategies.
Company Secretarial: Orchestrate board meetings, prepare board papers and minutes, maintain statutory documents, and act as a crucial liaison between the Board and Management. Handle annual reports and other essential corporate documentation.
Regulatory Compliance: Continuously monitor and report on the company's adherence to industry-specific regulatory requirements and general applicable laws. Liaise directly with regulatory bodies.
Litigation Management: Oversee all court cases for and against the company, identify legal remedies, coordinate with external solicitors, and represent the company in court or with enforcement authorities when necessary.
Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate various agreements including Joint Venture Agreements, Service Level Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, and other commercial contracts.
Property Law: Handle comprehensive land, title, search documentation, and perfection processes.
Global Coordination: Collaborate with the marketing representative to serve as a liaison between our Nigeria head office and international offices in the UK and US.
Documentation & Filing: Maintain an efficient filing system for proper documentation and retrieval of all legal and corporate records.
What We're Looking For
A proven legal professional with significant experience in a similar role.
Strong understanding of corporate law, regulatory compliance, and litigation management.
Exceptional communication, organizational, and negotiation skills.
Ability to work proactively and strategically to protect the company's interests.
If you are a meticulous, proactive, and experienced legal professional ready to take on a leadership role, we encourage you to apply!
Board meetings experience, property and approval process is an added advantage.
SalaryN400,000 - N500,000 monthly.
Application Closing Date
20th July, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using the Job Title the Job Title as the subject of the email.
