Amaiden Energy Nigeria Limited (formerly Moody International Nigeria Limited) was established in 1996 as a partnership between Moody International Group and Nigerian investors. Since commencing operations in March 1997 the company continues to grow and exerts its presence in numerous Projects in the Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Legal Counsel
Location: Lagos
Main Functions and Responsibilities
Legal Advisory: Provide legal advice and guidance to management and business units on corporate, commercial, contractual, and regulatory matters.
Contract Management: Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret contracts, agreements, memoranda of understanding, and other legal documents.
Legal Compliance: Ensure the organisation complies with applicable laws, regulations, statutory requirements, and internal policies.
Litigation Management: Coordinate litigation, dispute resolution, and engagement with external solicitors and legal representatives.
Corporate Governance: Support the implementation of sound corporate governance practices and advise on directors’ and management’s legal obligations.
Risk Management: Identify potential legal risks and recommend appropriate measures to minimise exposure to litigation, financial losses, and regulatory penalties.
Regulatory Liaison: Liaise with regulatory authorities, government agencies, and other relevant stakeholders on legal and compliance matters.
Legal Research: Conduct legal research and prepare opinions, reports, and recommendations to support business decisions.
Claims and Dispute Resolution: Handle legal claims, contractual disputes, negotiations, and alternative dispute resolution processes.
Document Management: Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date legal records, contracts, case files, and corporate documentation.
Policy Development: Review and assist in developing internal policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure legal compliance.
External Counsel Coordination: Manage relationships with external law firms and monitor the quality, timelines, and cost of legal services.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree from a recognised university.
Call to the Nigerian Bar and possession of a valid qualifying certificate to practise as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.
A Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree or relevant professional certification is an added advantage.
A minimum of 5–8 years of relevant post-call legal experience, preferably in a corporate, commercial, or in-house legal environment. The experience requirement can be adjusted to the organisation's needs.
Experience in contract drafting, negotiation, corporate law, legal compliance, and dispute resolution.
Knowledge of Nigerian legislation, regulatory frameworks, and corporate governance requirements.
Experience in the oil and gas, energy, engineering, or other regulated industries is an advantage, particularly for an energy-sector organisation.
Application Closing Date23rd October, 2026.
Method of Application
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