Legal Manager

PZ Cussons

Legal Services

We are PZ Cussons. Our purpose is
For everyone, for life, for good .
Sustainability and the wellbeing of people, families and communities everywhere are at the heart of everything that we do.
Since our founding in 1884, we have been creating products to delight, care for and nourish consumers. Across our core categories of Hygiene, Baby and Beauty, our trusted and well-loved brands include Carex, Cussons Baby, Sanctuary Spa and St. Tropez.
Job Responsibilities

• Drafting and review of contracts, agreements and other legal documents, instruments, or legal issues.
• Promptly monitor, alert and advise on identified and potential risks and threats in the company’s regulatory environment with respect to issues of employees, manpower, 3rd party labour, contracts, key regulatory compliance and local content compliance and all that applies
• Promptly and properly monitor execution and rendition of returns on all regulatory compliance status and returns from relevant business units and interfaces.
• Interface and monitor external consultants and solicitors for effective delivery of legal jobs / assignments.
• Provide legal advice for all of the company’s operations and other businesses in Nigeria.
• He/she will ensure compliance with the company’s corporate legal policies, local and international laws, statutory requirements and partner agreements.
• Review, draft, project-manage and negotiate a wide range of legal and commercial agreements with governments, government agencies, employees, partners and communities
• Provide comprehensive legal advice on proposed policies, decisions and actions; contracting, litigation, leases, procurement, employment, corporate governance, regulatory compliance; intellectual property matters and other issues, as they arise.
• Liaise with relevant regulatory authorities, sister companies, partners and other stakeholders
Handle insurance matter in best interest of company and as per guidance

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Qualifications & Experience

• Applicant must possess LLB from a reputable university. Possession of a higher degree will be of advantage.
• Membership of the Nigerian Bar Association or any other relevant professional body is essential,
• Minimum of five (5) years’ post-call experience in commercial legal practice
• Knowledge of, and familiarity with Nigeria’s legal and regulatory framework for FMCG and Food manufacturing.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, as well as, excellent interpersonal & negotiation skill.
Knowledge of, and familiarity with Nigeria’s legal and regulatory framework for FMCG is essential.

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At PZ Cussons, we value diversity and make sure everyone feels included. We want our team to reflect society and our global customers. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds because your unique perspective helps us develop brands and create new products for our consumers.
If you need extra support during this process, please inform us so that we can accommodate your needs appropriately. It is important to us that all candidates feel recognised and have a good experience with PZ Cussons as part of our commitment to inclusivity.
We're dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from everyone.
PZ Cussons is big enough to make your mark, small enough to make it yours. Apply to join us!
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