Head of LegalCIG Motors • Victoria island, LA, ng

Head of Legal

CIG Motors • Victoria island, LA, ng

10 hours ago

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Job Description

Job Summary :

We are seeking a Head of Legal that will be responsible for overseeing all legal matters within the organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, mitigating legal risks, and providing strategic legal guidance. This role involves contract management, dispute resolution, corporate governance, and ensuring adherence to industry-specific laws in the automobile

Key Responsibilities :

1. Legal Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with local, national, and international automotive laws and regulations.
Monitor changes in legal and regulatory frameworks affecting the automobile industry.
Develop risk management strategies to minimize legal exposure.
Handle regulatory compliance issues related to vehicle safety, labour laws, and intellectual

2. Contract Management

Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with suppliers, dealers, distributors, and other stakeholders.

Ensure that all contractual agreements align with corporate policies and legal requirements.

Manage legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.

3. Dispute Resolution & Litigation

Represent the company in legal disputes, arbitration, and court proceedings.

Manage relationships with external legal counsel when needed.

Handle product liability claims, warranty disputes, and intellectual property rights issues.

4. Corporate Governance & Ethics

Ensure corporate governance policies are in place and adhered to.

Advise senior management and the board of directors on legal matters.

Implement ethical compliance programs and training for employees.

5. Intellectual Property & Regulatory Affairs

Protect the company’s trademarks, patents, and proprietary technology.

Oversee legal compliance for product safety standards and environmental regulations.

Ensure adherence to automotive industry-specific compliance such as emissions standards, manufacturing laws, and import / export regulations.

6. Employment & Labour Law Compliance

Provide legal guidance on employment contracts, labour disputes, and workplace policies.

Ensure compliance with labour laws, employee rights, and workplace safety regulations.

Handle legal matters related to employee terminations, grievances, and workplace ethics.

Requirements

LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws) degree; LL.M. or MBA is an added advantage.

Minimum of 10-15 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role preferably in the automobile or manufacturing industry.

Strong understanding of corporate law, labour law, contract law, intellectual property, and regulatory requirements in the automotive sector.

Negotiation, problem-solving, leadership, risk assessment, and excellent communication skills.

Membership in a recognized bar association or legal body.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

13th Month Allowance

Leave Allowance

Monthly Performance Bonus

Retirement Savings

Medical Coverage

Employee Car Ownership Scheme

Learning & Development Budget

Group Life Insurance

Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

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