General Counsel Job at Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority

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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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