Company Secretary / Legal Advisor

Our client is a leading beverage company specialising in fruit juices and dairy products. They are currently seeking a Company Secretary / Legal Advisor to join their team. Education & Professional BackgroundMinimum of a Second-Class Upper (2:1) degree at undergraduate level or from the Nigerian Law School.Minimum 15 years post-call (Year at the Bar).Background in Tier 1 Law Firms.Subsequent in-house corporate experience with proven understanding of internal corporate structures and decision-making. Core Legal ExpertiseDemonstrable experience in corporate advisory, company secretarial, and corporate finance.Deep understanding of corporate law and regulation.Strong knowledge of corporate governance, Board dynamics, and regulatory compliance.Track record in M&A, capital markets, and corporate finance transactions is an advantage.Experience dealing with regulators and stakeholders.Ability to oversee end-to-end legal operations. Commercial AcumenAbility to balance legal risks with commercial considerations.Experience working cross-functionally with finance, strategy, and business development teams.Demonstrated agility in anticipating issues, thinking ahead, and proposing practical solutions.Forward-thinking mindset with the ability to align legal strategy to future business opportunities and risks. Sound JudgmentProven ability to make well-considered decisions under pressure, weighing both legal and business implications.Strong risk assessment skills - discerning when to escalate matters versus when to resolve independently.Demonstrated capacity to provide practical, solution-oriented advice rather than theoretical opinions.Recognised as a confident and trusted advisor by Boards, executives, and peers. Stakeholder EngagementExcellent communication (verbal and written).Established regulatory relationships and proven ability to navigate regulators effectively.Skilled at engaging with Boards and senior executives with confidence, diplomacy, and credibility.Enthusiastic and visibly aligned with the organisation's goals, earning trust and buy-in from stakeholders. Leadership & Personal AttributesDemonstrable leadership skills with a track record of leading teams, managing talent, and building capability.Resilient under pressure with the ability to remain composed and effective in demanding or fast-changing environments.Strong problem-solving mindset - resourceful, analytical, and able to find pathways through complex challenges.Proactive, forward-thinking, and tech-savvy, leveraging technology to enhance legal operations, efficiency, and collaboration.High level of integrity, discretion, and accountability.Acts as a mentor and role model, fostering growth in junior lawyers.