{"id":1272,"date":"2026-07-17T11:12:19","date_gmt":"2026-07-17T11:12:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/legal-counsel\/"},"modified":"2026-07-17T11:12:19","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T11:12:19","slug":"legal-counsel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/nigeria\/jobs\/lagos\/legal-counsel\/","title":{"rendered":"Legal Counsel"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Legal Counsel\", \"description\": \"About the Role\\nPazino Homes & Gardens is seeking a knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and proactive Legal Counsel to support the company's real estate operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling legal documentation, conducting due diligence on properties, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing legal guidance on real estate transactions.\\nRequirements\\nBachelor's Degree in Law LL.B and qualification to practice law in Nigeria.\\nMinimum of 3\u20134 years' post-call experience, with in-depth knowledge of property, real estate, and commercial law.\\nStrong knowledge of Nigerian property law, land acquisition processes, and real estate regulations.\\nExperience in title verification, perfection of title documents, and legal due diligence.\\nExcellent legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.\\nStrong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.\\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.\\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\\nKey Responsibilities\\nConduct legal due diligence on properties and land transactions.\\nReview, draft, and negotiate contracts, agreements, deeds, and other legal documents.\\nVerify land titles and ensure the authenticity of property documentation.\\nLiaise with government agencies, regulatory authorities, and external legal practitioners.\\nEnsure compliance with applicable real estate laws, regulations, and company policies.\\nManage land documentation, title perfection, and property registration processes.\\nProvide legal advice on company transactions and operational matters.\\nIdentify and mitigate legal risks associated with property acquisitions and sales.\\nMaintain accurate records of legal documents and transactions.\\nRepresent the company in legal matters and dispute resolution processes where necessary.\", \"datePosted\": \"2026-07-15\", \"hiringOrganization\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Pazino Engineering &amp; Construction Company Limited\"}, \"jobLocation\": {\"@type\": \"Place\", \"address\": {\"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"Lagos\", \"addressCountry\": \"NG\"}}, \"directApply\": true, \"validThrough\": \"2026-07-29T23:59:59\", \"employmentType\": \"FULL_TIME\"}<\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Company:<\/strong> Pazino Engineering &amp; Construction Company Limited<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Lagos<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Type:<\/strong> Full Time<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apply Before:<\/strong> 2026-07-29<\/p>\n<h3>Job Description<\/h3>\n<p>About the Role<br \/>Pazino Homes &#038; Gardens is seeking a knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and proactive Legal Counsel to support the company&#8217;s real estate operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling legal documentation, conducting due diligence on properties, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing legal guidance on real estate transactions.<br \/>Requirements<br \/>Bachelor&#8217;s Degree in Law LL.B and qualification to practice law in Nigeria.<br \/>Minimum of 3\u20134 years&#8217; post-call experience, with in-depth knowledge of property, real estate, and commercial law.<br \/>Strong knowledge of Nigerian property law, land acquisition processes, and real estate regulations.<br \/>Experience in title verification, perfection of title documents, and legal due diligence.<br \/>Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.<br \/>Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.<br \/>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.<br \/>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.<br \/>Key Responsibilities<br \/>Conduct legal due diligence on properties and land transactions.<br \/>Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, agreements, deeds, and other legal documents.<br \/>Verify land titles and ensure the authenticity of property documentation.<br \/>Liaise with government agencies, regulatory authorities, and external legal practitioners.<br \/>Ensure compliance with applicable real estate laws, regulations, and company policies.<br \/>Manage land documentation, title perfection, and property registration processes.<br \/>Provide legal advice on company transactions and operational matters.<br \/>Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with property acquisitions and sales.<br \/>Maintain accurate records of legal documents and transactions.<br \/>Represent the company in legal matters and dispute resolution processes where necessary.<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>Qualified candidates should send their CV to patrick@pazinoecc.com<br \/>Build your CV for free. Download in different templates.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:patrick@pazinoecc.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:10px 20px;background:#2271b1;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;\">Apply Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><small>Source: MyJobMag<\/small><\/p>\n<p><!-- job-expiry: 2026-07-29 --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Company: Pazino Engineering &amp; Construction Company Limited Location: Lagos Job Type: Full Time Apply Before: 2026-07-29 Job Description About the RolePazino Homes &#038; Gardens is seeking a knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and proactive Legal Counsel to support the company&#8217;s real estate operations. 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