Associate (Corporate Commercial and Media)

Job Description

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) is a leading world-class legal solutions provider with clients in diverse sectors of the Nigerian economy. Providing innovative legal solutions is basic to who we are and what we stand for. Our diversified skills ensure that our clients’ commercial needs are satisfied promptly and professionally, always conforming to high ethical standards in the provision of quality legal services. OAL is a leading law firm in Nigeria that has grown from a sole proprietorship to a bustling practice offering innovative legal solutions to all sectors in Nigeria’s emerging economy. The focus of OAL has always been to push through new boundaries to find solutions to legal issues and win the confidence of its clients.

Structured as a partnership, the firm operates through diverse practice groups, each of which is headed by a partner. This structure ensures that members of each practice group are well suited and trained to proffer ingenious contributions to the group. We believe in teamwork to achieve our goal of getting the work done to the satisfaction of the firm and the client. Our lawyers combine years of experience in diverse practice areas and are supported by trained paralegals, administrative staff and state of the Art IT unit to make us a leading legal services provider in Nigeria and add value to the services we provide.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Associate (Corporate Commercial and Media)

Location: Apapa, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Roles

• Researching various corporate and commercial law topics, including regulations, case law, and industry trends.
• Assisting in the drafting, reviewing, and revising of legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and transactional documents.
• Assisting senior lawyers in preparing for corporate transactions, litigation, and other legal matters. This may involve gathering evidence, preparing briefs, and conducting legal analysis.
• Interacting with clients to gather information, provide updates on legal matters, and assist with inquiries.
• Supporting senior lawyers in various corporate transactions, such as mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, and contract negotiations.
• Assisting with document management, coordination, and administrative tasks.
• Assisting in ensuring clients’ compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Continuously developing legal skills and knowledge through training, mentorship, and practical experience.
• Collaborating with colleagues, including partners, senior associates, and other junior associates, to deliver comprehensive legal services to clients.

Requirements

• Minimum of Second-class Honours Degree (or its equivalent).
• Minimum of 5 years of post-bar experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Proven experience in Corporate Commercial, Entertainment and Media Law and related matters.
• Preference will be given to female candidates.
• Outstanding communication and presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite tools.
• Candidate must be a team player.
• Ability to adapt to change.

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online