Senior Transactional Lawyer

Published

February 16, 2026

Job Description

A leading commercial law firm in Lagos is seeking a highly skilled Transactional Lawyer with over 5 years of post-call experience to join its dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience advising on complex energy and financial transactions, including project finance, capital raising, joint ventures, and regulatory compliance.

This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact deals within Nigeria’s energy and financial sectors, while providing strategic legal advice to top-tier local and international clients.

Key Responsibilities

Advise clients on corporate and commercial transactions within the oil & gas, power, and financial services sectors.
Structure, negotiate, and draft key transaction documents, including Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), Joint Venture Agreements, Loan Agreements, Shareholder Agreements, Investment Agreements, and Security Documents.
Conduct and lead legal due diligence for M&A and project finance transactions.
Advise on compliance with Nigerian laws and regulations, including those enforced by DPR/NUPRC, NERC, CBN, SEC, and NAICOM.
Provide regulatory and advisory support on cross-border investments, corporate structuring, and repatriation of capital.Interface with regulators, clients, financiers, and counterparties throughout the transaction lifecycle.
Supervise junior associates and contribute to knowledge development within the firm.

Overview

Practice Area(s):

Corporate/Commercial Law – Energy & Financial Transactions

Location:

Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Remuneration:

Negotiable

Status:

Application Opened

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