Intermediate Associate Lawyer at Pivotage Consulting

Pivotage Consulting is a human resources consulting firm based in Lagos State, Nigeria. We support businesses in building efficient, compliant, and people focused workforces. Our work spans different industries, and we focus on practical HR solutions that support business growth.

Our services cover recruitment, outsourcing, background verification, training and development, manpower audits, and HR advisory. We use strong industry knowledge, structured processes, and local market insight to help organizations attract, manage, and retain the right talent.

Job Details

Job Title: Intermediate Associate Lawyer

Location: Lagos

Employment Type: Full time

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Associate Lawyer who can handle legal matters with professionalism and independence. The role requires strong legal judgment, commercial awareness, and the ability to support clients and internal stakeholders effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle legal drafting, reviews, and advisory services
• Provide support on corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters
• Conduct legal research and prepare clear reports and opinions
• Liaise with clients, regulators, and other stakeholders when required
• Support senior legal professionals on complex legal transactions
• Manage multiple assignments while meeting agreed deadlines
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and professional standards

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Law with a minimum of Second Class Upper
• At least five years post qualification experience with a reputable law firm
• Master of Laws degree is an added advantage
• Membership of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria is an added advantage
• Strong ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Good knowledge of Google Workspace and Microsoft Office tools
• Strong commercial awareness and sound reasoning skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Good interpersonal and teamwork abilities
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to handle pressure and manage competing priorities
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and reliability
• Willingness to work flexible hours when required

Salary

N400,000 to N480,000 per month

Interview Expectations

This section is added by us to help applicants prepare better.
Candidates who are shortlisted may be expected to

• Participate in one or more interview stages
• Discuss past legal experience and case handling
• Demonstrate practical understanding of commercial and corporate law
• Complete a short assessment or practical task if required

Application Closing Date

Not specified