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Legal & HR Manager at Watini Engineering and Construction Limited, Lagos, Nigeria

We are seeking a versatile Legal & HR Manager, a lawyer who is truly passionate about people. This is not just a support role; you will be a strategic partner to the leadership team, responsible for building robust HR frameworks and ensuring legal compliance as we scale.

Responsibilities:

Legal Counsel:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts (vendor, client, partnership, employment).
• Ensure full compliance with all Nigerian corporate and labour laws (e.g., Pensions, ITF, NSITF, HMO).
• Manage and mitigate legal risks, providing proactive advice to the management team.
• Oversee corporate governance and intellectual property matters.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for any legal disputes or regulatory inquiries.

Human Resources:

• Develop and implement all core HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook.
• Manage the entire employee lifecycle: from recruitment and onboarding to performance reviews and offboarding.
• Foster a positive work environment by managing employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions.
• Oversee payroll coordination, benefits administration, and staff training & development.
  Build a strong, inclusive company culture that aligns with our core values.

Who You Are:

• A qualified lawyer with an LL.B, called to the Nigerian Bar.
• 3-5 years of combined experience in legal practice (corporate/commercial law) and hands-on HR management.
• Deep, practical knowledge of property / Real Estate Law e.g, specialize in land acquisition, due diligence, title verification, and documentation.
• A proactive problem-solver with exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• You are highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, and comfortable working autonomously in a fast-paced startup environment.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Salary: ₦450,000 per month