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Location: Ode-Remo, Ogun
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Lawyer with over 5 years of post-call experience, particularly in real estate and agricultural law.
The ideal candidate will provide strategic legal support to ensure compliance, manage transactions, and protect the interests of the organization in all legal matters.
You will be responsible for drafting and reviewing contracts, handling land documentation, managing disputes, and ensuring regulatory compliance within the real estate and agribusiness sectors.
Key Responsibilities

Provide expert legal advice on real estate transactions, agricultural investments, land acquisition, leasing, and development.
Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents including property sale agreements, lease contracts, partnership agreements, and MOUs.
Conduct due diligence on land titles, property ownership, and agricultural project compliance.
Handle and resolve disputes relating to land ownership, tenancy, compensation, and encroachment.
Represent the company in court, tribunals, and before regulatory or government bodies where necessary.
Ensure company compliance with all applicable property, environmental, and agricultural laws and regulations in Nigeria.
Liaise with regulatory authorities such as CAC, AGIS, Ministry of Lands, and agricultural agencies.
Monitor legal risks and provide proactive legal guidance to management and project teams.
Manage litigation and external counsel relationships effectively.
Stay up to date on changes in real estate and agricultural laws and provide periodic legal updates to management.
Requirements

LL.B degree from a recognized university and BL from the Nigerian Law School.
Minimum of 5 years post-call experience in legal practice, with a strong focus on real estate and agriculture.
Demonstrated experience in land documentation, property law, commercial law, and regulatory compliance.
Familiarity with government procedures on land registration, C of O processing, and agricultural project approvals.
Strong negotiation, drafting, and litigation skills.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
Benefits

Competitive salary between N250,000 – N400,000 monthly
Opportunities for career growth in a dynamic and expanding organization
Exposure to high-value real estate and agricultural transactions
Statutory benefits as applicable under Nigerian labor law.
Application Closing Date
15th August, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter to: ninestars.recruitment@yahoo.com using the job title as the subject of the email.