Head of Legal Services
Lovonus Microfinance Bank
Job Description
- We are seeking a proactive, highly experienced, and strategic Head of Legal Services to lead our legal unit. The successful candidate will oversee all legal affairs, manage litigation and loan recovery legal processes, advise executive management and the Board on corporate governance, manage contract negotiations, and ensure the Bank’s business practices and transactions comply with statutory legal frameworks and Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic, accurate, and timely legal advice to Executive Management and the Board of Directors on corporate, operational, and regulatory matters.
- Draft, review, negotiate, and execute commercial contracts, service level agreements (SLAs), credit/loan agreements, security documentation, and non-disclosure agreements.
- Oversee all external litigation, police/investigative liaison, debt recovery legal actions, and dispute resolution processes involving or against the Bank. Manage relationships with external solicitors to ensure efficient service delivery and cost control.
- Work closely with the Compliance and Risk units to monitor developments in financial regulations, CBN guidelines, NDIC mandates, and statutory requirements affecting microfinance institutions.
- Supervise the legal vetting of land documents, asset perfection, searches at corporate registries (CAC) and land registries, and ensure valid perfecting of security for credit facilities.
- Support board administration, organize board/committee meetings, prepare board charters, take precise minutes, and maintain official corporate records and filings.
- Identify potential legal vulnerabilities and operational risks across all departments, implementing proactive measures to safeguard the Bank’s assets and reputation.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and Call to the Nigerian Bar (B.L). A Master’s Degree in Law (LL.M) is an added advantage.
- Active member of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in good standing.
Experience:
- Minimum of 7–10 years post-call experience in corporate/commercial law, litigation management, and legal advisory.
- At least 3–5 years of managerial experience MUST BE in a financial institution, microfinance bank, fintech, or commercial bank.
Technical Competencies:
- Deep understanding of banking operations, debt recovery procedures, corporate law, and CBN/NDIC regulatory frameworks.
- Proven expertise in drafting, negotiating, and vetting complex financial and commercial contracts.
- Sound knowledge of collateral perfection and land registry searches.
Soft Skills:
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of integrity, discretion, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
- Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and leadership capabilities.
Application Closing Date
25th September, 2026.
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected] using "Application for Head of Legal Services" as the subject of the email.
Share this job:
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Head of Legal Services in Lagos, Lagos State vacancy
- ...Job Summary ~ The Head of Legal will lead the organisation’s legal function and provide strategic legal advice to the Board, Management... ...negotiate, and manage contracts, agreements, MOUs, NDAs, leases, service agreements, and other legal documents. Identify, assess,...
- ...Job Overview ~ We are seeking to appoint an experienced and strategic Head of Corporate Services to provide leadership across corporate services, Human Resources and legal functions. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership across Corporate Services...
600000 NGN per month
...Manager, Legal and Compliance Services Ever wondered who keeps a fast-growing company on the right side of the law while it scales across multiple markets? That’s the role we’re hiring for. About Reliance Health We're a healthcare technology company of 400+ people...1000000 - 1200000 NGN per month
...HEAD OF CLINICAL SERVICES Industry: NGO | Healthcare | Oncology Location: Lekki, Lagos Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: ₦1,000,000 – ₦1,200,000 per month Experience Required: 8–10 Years ABOUT THE ROLE Our client, a reputable...- ...About This Role ~ You will support the legal and compliance department by conducting legal research, evaluating regulatory changes,... ...legal guidance, particularly around new product features, terms of service, and onboarding processes. Support enterprise risk management...
- ...seeking a competent, detail-Oriented, and commercially minded legal officer to join our team Key Responsibilities Assisting... ...post-call experience, preferably within a corporate, financial services, investment, banking, or related environment. Good knowledge...
- ...delivering innovative retirement solutions, exceptional customer service, and sustainable value to millions of contributors. With a... ...services industry through innovation, people, and technology. The Head of Resources is responsible for leading and managing the organisation...
- ...delivering innovative retirement solutions, exceptional customer service, and sustainable value to millions of contributors. With a... ...agenda, the organisation seeks an accomplished and forward-thinking Head, Human Resources & Corporate Services to lead its people strategy...
- ...lawyer who wants more than a desk full of paperwork. As our Legal Counsel, you'll be the legal backbone of a dynamic, international... ...review, and negotiate agreements with partner universities, vendors, service providers, event venues, and other stakeholders, making sure TGM...
- ...take charge of their financial well-being. Job Title: Lead, Legal & Recovery Job Type: Full Time/Hybrid Purpose... ...commercial litigation, banking, lending, fintech, or financial services. Strong experience handling debt recovery, loan enforcement...
- ...Role Purpose The Head of Sales is accountable for rebuilding and leading a disciplined... ..., Cybersecurity and Managed Services. The role must translate MCL’s strategy... ...bids receive timely commercial, technical, legal and credit review before commitment....
- ...Main Function The Legal & Compliance Officer is responsible for providing legal guidance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing... ..., concession agreements, EPC contracts, financing agreements, service contracts, and PPP documentation. Ensure contractual...
- Requirements ~ Interested applicant(s) should possess relevant qualifications and experience. Application Closing Date Not Specified. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: using the Job Title as the subject of the ...
- ...The Group Chief Legal Officer will provide strategic legal leadership across the Group and its subsidiaries, ensuring that the Group’s business activities, transactions and operations are conducted within applicable legal and regulatory frameworks. The role will...
- ...digital payment transaction value annually. JOB PURPOSE The Head, Debt Collection is a strategic leadership position tasked with... ...stage — spanning early-stage soft collections through hardcore legal recovery, restructuring, and write-off pathways. Define the org...
- Sales Target Achievement Prospecting and Lead Generation Client Relationship Management Product Knowledge and Sales Presentations Negotiation and Closing Deals Sales Reporting and Forecasting Market Analysis Collaboration
ACE Real Estates Development Limited
Lagos, Lagos State21 hours ago - ...DEPARTMENT: Legal & Dispute Resolution REPORTS TO: Head, Litigation & Dispute Resolution About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and analytical Legal Officer to join our Litigation & Dispute Resolution team. In this role, you will serve as...
- Digital and Traditional Marketing Internal and External Communications Content Creation (Graphics and Videos) Social Media Engagement and Management Strategic Planning Coordinate the design of promotional material and distribute in online and offline channels...
ACE Real Estates Development Limited
Lagos, Lagos State21 hours ago - ...individuals to take charge of their financial well-being. Job Title: Head of Credit Job Type: Full Time/Hybrid Level: Senior... ..., fintech, consumer lending, business lending, or financial services . Demonstrable experience managing sizable credit portfolios...
- ...Job Purpose The Head of Operations of Next Level Prayers (NLP) provides overall strategic leadership, operational direction, and... ...role is accountable for the effective delivery of daily prayer services, ministry growth and discipleship outcomes, production and streaming...
- ...Job Objectives To provide strategic and operational leadership for the Payment Terminal Service Aggregator (PTSA) Operations Unit, ensuring the smooth running of POS terminal management, transaction processing, dispute resolution, settlements, and service delivery....
- ...and savings to insurance, remittances, payments, and lifestyle services, we are creating innovative solutions that drive financial inclusion... ...~10+ years of product leadership experience (including Head of Product, VP Product, or CPO), ideally in financial services,...
- ...The Head of Jewellery will lead the Company's jewellery strategy, overseeing merchandising, sales performance, category growth and relationships with High-Net-Worth Individuals. The role will be responsible for strengthening the Company's position in the jewellery...
- ...Overview We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Head of Business Development to lead business growth, drive new... ...within experiential marketing, advertising, events, media, creative services, or a related sector. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute...
- ...and convenient. Job Purpose The Head Distribution and Digital Channel Growth... ...debit cards, digital platforms, branches, service points and strategic channel partnerships... ...collaboration with Management, Finance, Legal and Procurement. • Monitor partner performance...
- ...P&L ownership and revenue accountability Leadership maturity Commercial and contract management capability Operations and service-delivery management Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Relevant oil & gas industry experience ~ More specifically...
- ...Job Purpose The Head of Call Centre leads the Call Centre function, ensuring every call, enquiry, testimony and complaint is received... ...promptly and professionally. The role owns team performance, service quality, escalations, reporting, and the systems the Call Centre...
- ...Role Purpose The Head, Technology Solutions is accountable for MCL’s technical strategy, solution architecture, presales quality, delivery assurance, service reliability and technical talent across Communication & Connectivity, Data Centre Infrastructure, Cybersecurity...
- ...Purpose The Head of Unit – Call Centre is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership to the Call Centre. The... ...the delivery of high-quality, timely, and empathetic customer service to enrollees, providers, corporate clients, and other stakeholders...
- ...Job Summary The Head of Operations will provide overall leadership for the Company's operational activities, including logistics, inventory management, operational compliance and boutique operational performance. The role will have direct oversight of the inventory...
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Head of Legal Services. Be the first to apply!
