LEGAL OFFICER (REAL ESTATE) AT PEOPLE AFFAIRS CONSULTING | LEGAL OFFICER JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

People Affairs Consulting is an HR consulting firm based in Lagos, Nigeria. We help businesses hire quality talent, strengthen their people operations, and build high-performing workplace cultures. Our team delivers tailored HR solutions designed to meet the unique needs of each organization. We source, assess, and deliver top-quality candidates to help businesses fill roles quickly and effectively.

Job Description:

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Officer to provide comprehensive legal counsel and support across our diverse portfolio of operations,
• The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of four years of dedicated experience within the real estate and construction industry,REIT investments.
• In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for ensuring legal compliance, managing a wide array of complex contracts, resolving disputes, and protecting the organization's interests.
• This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in challenging, high-value projects and collaborate with a dynamic, multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice and strategic guidance to senior management and various departments, including Sales, Marketing,Business Development, HR/Admin, Finance/Accounts and Project Teams.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad spectrum of legal documents, including real estate transaction agreements, construction contracts, land acquisition deeds, and corporate governance policies.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis to ensure full compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards affecting real estate, construction.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks, developing proactive strategies to prevent and resolve potential issues.
• Manage and oversee all litigation and dispute resolution processes, collaborating effectively with external legal counsel and representing the company in negotiations and settlements.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the company’s legal policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Stay abreast of legislative changes and evolving industry practices to ensure the organization's ongoing compliance and strategic advantage.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) Degree from an accredited institution. A Master’s degree or professional certifications will be a significant advantage.
• A minimum of 4 years of proven experience as a Legal Officer or in a similar role, with a demonstrable track record within the real estate and construction sector.
• Extensive knowledge of Nigerian real estate law, construction regulations, land acquisition procedures, and relevant commercial legislation.
• Exceptional skills in legal drafting, analytical reasoning, problem solving, and negotiation.
• Proven ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced corporate environment.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in legal research and the use of various legal databases and software

What We Are Looking For
The right candidate should be:

• Sales-driven
• Confident and articulate
• Smart in handling people
• Hungry for growth and results
• Able to work with little supervision
• Willing to learn and improve quickly.

Salary

Application Closing Date: 19th May, 2026

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: oche.peopleaffairs@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.