Ericsson is a world-leading provider of telecommunications equipment & services to mobile & fixed network operators. Over 1,000 networks in more than 180 countries use Ericsson equipment, & more than 40 percent of the world’s mobile traffic passes through Ericsson networks. Using innovation to empower people, business & society, we are working towards the Networked Society, in which everything that can benefit from a connection will have one. At Ericsson, we apply our innovation to market-based solutions that empower people & society to help shape a more sustainable world.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Junior Legal Counsel
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description
As part of this program you will work with legal counsel colleagues and will:
- Assist with or under guidance draw up and/or comment on multitude contracts, as required by internal clients in connection with their respective business
- Assist legal counsel to draft and review agreements and other legal documents such as power of attorneys, notifications, letters to be sent to authorities
- Assist with any legal related/ administration activities, including research and seeking legal opinions
- Assist with document handling and supervision (board resolutions, power of attorneys, contracts,)
- Assist with coordinating external law firms, organizing the data gathered from relevant departments related to litigation cases, preparation of litigation reports.
- Assist with and under guidance handle entity governance and issues related to entities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law.
- Should have graduated in 2021/2022/2023
- Have completed NYSC
- Must passed the final Bar exam in Nigeria
- Must have registration from Council of Legal Education
- Must have excellent English written and communication skills.
Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies in Related Areas:
- Understanding of Law, Contract Law, Corporate Governance, legal systems and international contractual principles and fundamentals of dispute resolution before the courts.
- Good Communication skills
- Problem Solving Ability
- Creative Thinking
- Good planning organizing skills
- Teamwork & collaboration skills
- Presentation skills (oral and written)
- Proficiency in Microsoft office.
What we are offering you
- 12 months (plus) fixed-term graduate program – we offer you a great training program before you move into an experienced job
- Explore your passion for innovation and your desire to join a leader. You’ll enjoy an open, inspiring culture that encourages idea generation and thought exploration
- Working in an international environment with colleagues from all over the world.
- Continuous on the job training, in classrooms and via e-learning.
- A mentor and buddy program.
- An opportunity to work for the Global leader in the Telecommunications industry.
- Mentorship programs provided by senior specialists in the industry.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online