Senior Legal Officer

Denaro Properties Limited began operation in 2011 as a leading brand in the real estate development segment of the Nigerian economy. Our scope of operation includes residential housing development and management, site and services estate development, joint venture developments and Financial advisory.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Legal Officer

Location: Agidigbin, Ikeja - Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a competent, proactive, and commercially minded Senior Legal Officer to provide legal support, protect the company's interests, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate property sale agreements, tenancy agreements, leases, contracts, deeds of assignment, and other legal documents.
• Conduct and supervise property title searches, due diligence, and verification of land ownership and title documents.
• Provide legal advisory services to management on real estate transactions, property development, corporate matters, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage property documentation, perfection of titles, registrations, and other relevant statutory processes.
• Liaise with external solicitors, government agencies, regulatory bodies, land registries, and other relevant institutions.
• Handle legal disputes, claims, debt recovery, and litigation matters in collaboration with external counsel where necessary.
• Identify legal risks in property transactions and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
• Ensure proper documentation and protection of the company's interests in transactions with investors, contractors, consultants, and clients.
• Maintain an organised legal records management system and monitor compliance with contractual obligations.
• Support management in corporate governance, legal risk management, and other legal assignments.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognised university.
• A valid qualification from the Nigerian Law School and admission to the Nigerian Bar.
• Minimum of five (5) years post-call experience.
• Demonstrable experience in real estate law, property transactions, land documentation, and title verification.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian property law, contract law, land administration, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High professional integrity, attention to detail, and sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver results within deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital document management tools.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

• The ideal candidate should be commercially aware, detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of translating legal advice into practical business solutions.
• Experience working with a real estate development company or property investment firm will be an added advantage.

Remuneration

• An attractive and negotiable remuneration package will be offered, commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience.