The Legal Officer will provide essential legal support across the Group’s business units, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks while supporting corporate governance and contract management.

• Job Location: Lagos
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Salary: Not stated

United Capital Plc is a leading African financial and investment banking group committed to transforming the continent through innovative, value-added financial solutions. The company serves governments, corporations, and individuals, with a focus on excellence, client satisfaction, and superior stakeholder value.

• Conduct first-level drafts and reviews of contracts, agreements, and other legal documents under supervision
• Provide legal support to business units and support functions on day-to-day legal matters
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions, memoranda, and advisory notes on regulatory, corporate, and commercial issues
• Maintain and update the Legal Department’s contract database, litigation tracker, regulatory filings, precedents, and records
• Provide company secretarial support—including drafting Board/Committee papers, resolutions, statutory registers, and regulatory filings
• Monitor contractual obligations, milestones, and renewal dates; ensure timely follow-up
• Liaise with external solicitors, regulators, and stakeholders on assigned matters
• Perform other duties as assigned by Legal Managers or the Head, Legal Services

• LL.B. from a recognised university and B.L. from the Nigerian Law School
• Qualified to practise as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria
• 1–2 years’ post-call experience, preferably in a reputable law firm or financial services organisation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex legal matters
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong organisational discipline and methodical record-keeping approach
• Ability to translate legal requirements into clear, actionable advisory notes

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply via the official job portal: Apply here. Please note that the application deadline is July 24, 2025.

Why this job might be a good fit

This role is ideal for early-career legal professionals seeking exposure to high-impact financial sector work, robust corporate governance, and mentorship within a top-tier African investment banking group.

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