Vacancy: NYSC / Trainee Legal Associate Needed At StrataHR

StrataHR is recruiting an NYSC/Trainee Legal Associate for a Lagos law firm.
The role involves legal research, drafting, litigation, and corporate law support.
Candidates must be law graduates, NYSC members, and meet academic requirements.

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Job Title: NYSC / Trainee Legal Associate
Job Summary
Key Responsibilities

Legal Research & Documentation:
Litigation & Dispute Resolution:
Corporate & Commercial Law Support:
Client Advisory & Communication:
Regulatory & Compliance Assistance:

Qualifications & Skills

Educational & Professional Requirements:
Technical Skills:
Soft Skills:

Salary
Application Closing Date
How to Apply

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that StrataHR Limited, on behalf of its client, a reputable commercial law firm, is seeking to recruit a qualified candidate for the position below:

Job Title: NYSC / Trainee Legal Associate

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: NYSC

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented NYSC/Trainee Legal Associate to join our client’s legal team. This role is ideal for recent law graduates or entry-level legal professionals eager to gain hands-on experience in corporate, commercial, and litigation law. The selected candidate will work closely with senior lawyers, assisting with legal research, drafting, contract review, case preparation, and client advisory services in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Research & Documentation:

Conduct in-depth legal research on case laws, statutes, regulations, and precedents.
Prepare legal memoranda, case summaries, and reports for internal and client use.
Assist in drafting and reviewing contracts, agreements, pleadings, and other legal documents.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution:

Assist in preparing legal arguments, pleadings, and motions.
Attend court proceedings, arbitrations, mediations, and client meetings alongside senior lawyers.
Organize and maintain case files, ensuring compliance with court procedures.

Corporate & Commercial Law Support:

Assist in drafting corporate documents, including shareholders’ agreements, board resolutions, and regulatory filings.
Support due diligence processes for mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
Ensure compliance with local and international legal regulations.

Client Advisory & Communication:

Engage with clients under supervision to gather information and clarify legal issues.
Draft legal correspondence and liaise with regulatory bodies and stakeholders.

Regulatory & Compliance Assistance:

Monitor and analyze changes in legal and regulatory frameworks affecting clients.
Assist in drafting compliance policies and reports.
Support internal compliance processes and uphold professional legal standards.

Qualifications & Skills

Educational & Professional Requirements:

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognized university.
Completion of the Nigerian Law School and admission to the Nigerian Bar is mandatory.
Must be currently undergoing NYSC or have recently completed the program.
A minimum of a Second Class Upper degree from the Nigerian Law School and/or university is preferred, though candidates with a strong CGPA and relevant experience may be considered.

Technical Skills:

Strong legal research and analytical abilities.
Excellent drafting, writing, and verbal communication skills.
Basic understanding of litigation procedures and corporate law principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal research tools.

Soft Skills:

Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to continuous learning.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Salary

N200,000 per month.

Application Closing Date

February 26, 2025.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and Cover Letter to [email protected] with “Application for NYSC / Trainee Legal Associate” as the email subject.