Junior Legal Counsel
We are looking for a graduate who has the following:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law.
- Should have graduated in 2021/2022/2023
- Have completed NYSC
- Must passed the final Bar exam in Nigeria
- Must have registration from Council of Legal Education
- Must have excellent English written and communication skills
As part of this program you will work with legal counsel colleagues and will
- Assist with or under guidance draw up and/or comment on multitude contracts, as required by internal clients in connection with their respective business
- Assist legal counsel to draft and review agreements and other legal documents such as power of attorneys, notifications, letters to be sent to authorities
- Assist with any legal related/ administration activities, including research and seeking legal opinions
- Assist with document handling and supervision (board resolutions, power of attorneys, contracts,)
- Assist with coordinating external law firms, organizing the data gathered from relevant departments related to litigation cases, preparation of litigation reports.
- Assist with and under guidance handle entity governance and issues related to entities.
Knowledge, skills, and competencies in Related Areas
- Understanding of Law, Contract Law, Corporate Governance, legal systems and international contractual principles and fundamentals of dispute resolution before the courts.
- Good Communication skills
- Problem Solving Ability
- Creative Thinking
- Good planning organizing skills
- Teamwork & collaboration skills
- Presentation skills (oral and written)
- Proficiency in Microsoft office
What we are offering you
- 12 months (plus) fixed-term graduate program – we offer you a great training program before you move into an experienced job
- Explore your passion for innovation and your desire to join a leader. You’ll enjoy an open, inspiring culture that encourages idea generation and thought exploration
- Working in an international environment with colleagues from all over the world.
- Continuous on the job training, in classrooms and via e-learning.
- A mentor and buddy program.
- An opportunity to work for the Global leader in the Telecommunications industry.
- Mentorship programs provided by senior specialists in the industry.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to Ericsson on jobs.ericsson.com to apply