Legal Intern

Confidential Employer

Job Description

Required Skills

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with legal research on Nigerian and cross-border regulatory, corporate, and investment-related matters.
• Support compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Assist in tracking regulatory filings, statutory deadlines, and compliance obligations.
• Help prepare internal memos, presentations, and reports on legal and compliance matters.
• Provide general administrative support to the Legal/Compliance function.
• Assist with the review, drafting, and organization of legal documents, including NDAs, contracts, and investment documents.
• Support due diligence exercises by reviewing reports and collaborating with external counsel.
• Maintain and update legal and transaction data rooms.
• Assist with corporate governance matters, including board materials and statutory filings.
• Support coordination with external counsel, regulators, and service providers.
• Maintain proper filing and documentation of legal and compliance records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB or JD) from an accredited institution with a minimum of Second-Class Honours, Upper Division (2:1).
• Currently undertaking NYSC.
• Completion of Law School.
• Strong interest in corporate law, private equity, investment funds, or regulatory compliance.
• Basic legal research and drafting skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, eager to learn, and able to work independently with supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Benefits & Perks

• Hands-on experience in a dynamic investment environment.
• Exposure to private equity, private credit, and impact investing.
• Development of legal and compliance skills.
• Mentorship from experienced legal professionals.

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Posted Date

January 24, 2026