Litigation Associate managing cases in various matters including wrongful death and personal injury. Collaborating with clients and teams, gaining hands - on experience at a reputable law firm.
About the role
- Legal & Compliance Associate drafting contracts and ensuring regulatory compliance at a fast-growing fintech. Collaborating with teams to embed compliance into business decisions.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, with a focus on SLAs, SaaS agreements, partnership agreements, and vendor contracts
- Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and licensing requirements relevant to fintech operations
- Liaise and manage relationships with regulatory bodies, government agencies, and law enforcement authorities on compliance and enforcement matters
- Prepare, implement, and oversee the company’s corporate governance framework in line with industry standards and applicable regulations
- File statutory returns, notices, and other regulatory submissions with relevant authorities (e.g., CAC, CBN, NFIU, SEC, or other applicable bodies)
- Provide timely legal and compliance advice to internal teams on new products, services, and business initiatives
- Conduct internal compliance reviews and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential issues
- Assist in developing and implementing compliance policies, procedures, and training programs
- Support the Head of Legal & Compliance in managing legal risks and ensuring corporate governance standards are upheld
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a high-growth, fast-paced environment, ensuring compliance is embedded in business operations
Requirements
- LL.B and Nigerian Bar qualification (B.L)
- 1–3 years post-call experience, ideally in fintech, financial services, or tech
- Strong expertise in contract review and drafting (SLAs, SaaS, commercial agreements)
- Hands-on experience engaging with regulators and law enforcement agencies
- Knowledge of fintech regulations, AML/CFT compliance, data privacy, and governance
- Experience preparing governance frameworks and handling statutory filings
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Unlimited PTO
- Generous parental leave
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