Attorney at Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) Full Time

Job Title: Attorney

Job Requisition ID: R000059397
Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full-time

Job Description Summary

• This role involves working as part of a team to deliver business-focused and solution-oriented legal support to client groups, on technical and commercial transactions and projects, policy and regulatory matters, and advocacy efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team and provide solution oriented and business focused legal support to client groups on technical and commercial transactions and projects.
• Offer general commercial and legal advice to clients on matters pertaining to the business segments and portfolios.
• Draft, review and/or negotiate complex commercial agreements.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to clients on policy issues regarding legislation, regulations and rules enacted by the government.
• Provide support on advocacy efforts as necessary, including the formulation of strategy and engagement of relevant stakeholders.
• Support operationalization of the Petroleum Industry Act.

What You Will Bring
Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Laws Degree (LL.B) – Minimum of Second Class Honours, Upper Division.
• Barrister at law (B.L.) from the Nigerian Law School – Minimum of Second Class Honours, Lower Division.
• Master’s Degree will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• 5 – 10 years post Call to the Nigerian Bar.
• Established industry/business knowledge and experience, including drafting, negotiating and closing oil and gas transactions, and providing legal advice and counsel to clients.

Leadership:

• Demonstrated exceptional leadership and communication skills. Must communicate effectively across broad functional and organizational lines and with regulatory and governmental stakeholders.

Additional Considerations:

• Demonstrated job knowledge and technical proficiency.
• Must be a highly collaborative and motivated self-starter capable of working in a fast-paced team environment and collaborating with business clients, colleagues and outside counsel.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite.

What We Offer

• A competitive compensation package including medical benefits, health and wellness support.
• Hybrid work options including flexible work hours and generous leave policies.
• A strong, diverse and global workforce and work practices.
• An innovative and inclusive workplace.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.