Legal Officer at the Lagos Water Corporation (LWC)

Job Title: Legal Officer

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

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Employment Type: Full-time

Human Capital Partners (HCP) – Our client, the Lagos Water Corporation (LWC), a Lagos State Government agency, is the primary provider of potable and safe water to over 18 million residents of Lagos State, Nigeria. Established in 1910 with the construction of the Iju Waterworks, the Corporation has expanded its operations to meet the increasing demand for clean water. Currently, LWC’s total installed water production capacity stands at 210 million gallons per day (MGD), which is below the required demand. In response, LWC has developed the Lagos Water Supply Master Plan, targeting an increase in production capacity to 745 MGD.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Officer to provide legal advice, support, and representation to the Corporation.
The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with laws and regulations, manage legal risks, and protect the Corporation’s interests in all legal matters.
This role is critical to safeguarding the Corporation’s operations and reputation.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advisory Services
Risk Management
Policy Development
Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Regulatory Compliance
Corporate Governance
Stakeholder Engagement.

Qualifications and Requirements

Bachelor of Laws (LL. B) Degree from a recognized university.
Call to the Nigerian Bar and membership in the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools.
Minimum of 5 years of post-call experience in legal practice, preferably in the public sector or utility industry.
Strong knowledge of corporate law, contract law, regulatory compliance, and litigation.