Job Title: General Counsel
Job Reference: NSIA 2
Location: Nigeria
Organisation: Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA)
Report to the CEO, provision of legal services to the authority on matters of litigation, land/property document perfection, contracts and other transactions that have legal implications to effectively mitigate the Authority's exposure
Responsibilities:
• Coordinate monitor and ensure the Authority's overall compliance with statutory and related regulatory requirements
• Provide on going legal and regulatory advisory for operational and investment specific matters across the organisation
• Manage the relationships with external solicitors and arbitrators
• Monitor and advise on litigation claims and ensure minimal damage is sustained by the authority
• Coordinate the drafting of all legal documentations between the authority and 3rd parties required and relevant authorities
• Attend board and other committee meetings and provide required secretarial support
• Vet documents held under seal and maintain proper custody of the authority's seal and provide secretarial and administrative support in the execution of the authority's corporate governance policies
Requirements:
• First degree in law
• Related professional and postgraduate qualifications
• At least 12 years related experience of which 4 years at strategic management level
• Good knowledge of leading practices in secretariats services and corporate governance
• Good knowledge and understanding of the Nigerian legal services
Additional Requirements:
• Understanding of global financial markets, domestic macro economic policy issues, local and global SWF governance and regulatory frameworks
• Strong professional profile and high ethical standards and integrity
• Strong leadership, business management, interpersonal and influencing skills with excellent track record of measurable results
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to multi task and function effectively under pressure
• Appreciate understanding of the NSIA's mandate
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Deadline: 7th January 2013.
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