Refin homes limited was established with the aim of bridging housing gap in Nigria. Our key focus is providing affordable housing for middle-class income earners without compromising quality. We are the community builders, set to establish,develop,strenghten and increase economic activities within identified locations.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head of Legal and Company Secetary
Location: Lagos Employment Type: Full-time Industry: Real Estate, Construction & Property Development Reports To: Managing Director / Executive Management
About the Role
Refin Homes Limited is seeking a competent, experienced and commercially aware Legal Officer & Company Secretary to provide strategic legal advisory, corporate governance and regulatory compliance support to the organisation.
The successful candidate will oversee the company's legal affairs, manage corporate secretarial responsibilities, review commercial and property-related transactions, ensure statutory compliance and safeguard the company's legal and business interests.
Key Responsibilities Legal Advisory & Contract Management:
Provide legal advice to management on corporate, commercial and operational matters.
Draft, review and vet contracts, agreements, MOUs, leases, deeds of assignment and other legal documents.
Review and negotiate construction contracts, contractor agreements and consultancy agreements.
Identify legal risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
Manage legal disputes and coordinate external solicitors where necessary.
Real Estate & Property Legal Support:
Conduct legal due diligence on properties, including verification of ownership and title documents.
Review legal documentation relating to property acquisition, sales, leasing and development.
Ensure proper documentation and protection of the company's property interests.
Liaise with land registries, government agencies, property owners and other relevant stakeholders.
Advise on property transactions and applicable land laws and regulations.
Company Secretarial & Corporate Governance:
Provide company secretarial support to the Board of Directors and Management.
Organise and coordinate Board and statutory meetings.
Prepare meeting notices, agendas, minutes and resolutions.
Maintain statutory registers, corporate records and other governance documentation.
Ensure timely filing of statutory returns and corporate documents with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).
Monitor compliance with CAMA 2020 and other applicable corporate governance requirements.
Advise the Board and Management on corporate governance obligations and regulatory developments.
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management:
Monitor changes in applicable laws and regulations affecting the company's operations.
Ensure compliance with relevant real estate, construction, corporate and commercial regulations.
Review company policies and legal frameworks to ensure regulatory alignment.
Manage regulatory correspondence and coordinate statutory documentation.
Identify potential legal and compliance risks and provide recommendations.
Employment & General Corporate Legal Support:
Review employment contracts, consultancy agreements and other HR-related documents.
Provide legal guidance on employee relations and employment-related matters.
Review confidentiality agreements and other business protection documents.
Support management in resolving contractual and employment-related disputes.
Requirements & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B).
Barrister-at-Law (B.L) and must be called to the Nigerian Bar.
Minimum of 3-5years post-call experience.
Relevant experience in company secretarial practice, corporate governance and commercial law.
Experience in real estate, construction or property development will be a strong advantage.
Good knowledge of CAMA 2020, Nigerian property laws, contract law and regulatory compliance.
Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, research and analytical skills.
Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder management abilities.
High ethical standards, discretion and professional integrity.
Key Competencies:
Corporate Governance & Company Secretarial Practice
Legal Advisory & Risk Management
Real Estate & Property Law
Contract Drafting & Negotiation
Regulatory Compliance
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Board Administration & Statutory Reporting
Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen.
Salary N350,000 - N500,000 per month.