Company Info

Large organization

101 to 150 Employees

PalmPay is an Africa-focused fintech firm, launched in 2019. PalmPay is a mobile payments platform that offers a number of financial services.

PalmPay is an Africa-focused fintech firm, launched in 2019. PalmPay is a mobile payments platform that offers a number of financial services.

Job Title: Legal Officer

Location: Ikeja, Lagos

Job Type: Full Time

Summary

  • The Legal Officer will play a crucial role in reviewing and drafting commercial contracts, including but not limited to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with banks, switches, micro-finance banks, Other Financial Institutions (OFIs), etc.
  • The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in the banking or fintech industry, particularly in reviewing and drafting commercial contracts.

Primary Responsibilites

  • Research and review relevant laws and regulations.
  • Analyze legal issues and develop strategies to resolve them
  • Draft, review and negotiate all types of commercial contracts and other legal documents
  • Provide legal advice, guidance and recommendations to the Company on various matters
  • Monitor legal developments and advise on the implications for the organization
  • Liaise with external counsels, LEAs and regulatory bodies when required
  • Assist in the development and implementation of legal policies and procedures
  • Maintain records of all legal documents and data
  • Minute writing.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law.
  • A Master’s degree in Business & Commercial Law or other relevant certifications will be advantageous.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience, with at least three (3) years focused on reviewing and drafting commercial contracts.
  • Core experience in drafting, negotiating, and managing SLAs, contracts with banks, vendors, partners, and other stakeholders.
  • Strong knowledge of commercial law, corporate law, and fintech regulations.
  • Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing).
  • Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Detail-oriented with a strategic approach to risk assessment and management.
  • Proficiency in legal research and Microsoft Office Suite.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should Click Here to apply online

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