Legal Manager

Responsibilities

• Ensure Duplo complies with all applicable laws, financial regulations, and licensing requirements in Nigeria and other target markets.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents, including customer agreements, partnership contracts, vendor agreements, and NDAs.
• Maintain corporate records, oversee company secretarial duties, and ensure compliance with corporate governance best practices.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks related to business operations, commercial transactions, and regulatory developments.
• Manage any potential legal disputes, liaise with external counsel, and represent Duplo in legal proceedings when necessary.
• Build and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies and legal authorities to ensure smooth business operations and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure the company’s IP assets are protected, oversee data privacy policies, and ensure compliance with applicable data protection regulations.
• Provide legal insights and support on Duplo’s expansion into new markets, including entity formation, licensing, and compliance frameworks.

Technical Requirements/Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of the relevant laws and regulations in the local and global payments space.
• Minimum of 7 years relevant experience in the Fintech industry.
• A bachelor’s degree in law (LLB, BL) from a recognized institution and a valid license to practice law in Nigeria.
• High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
• Excellent grasp of legal research, advisory and analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.