Company Secretary

Responsibilities:

Ensure compliance with the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) and other applicable laws and regulations. Maintain statutory registers, corporate records, licences, permits, and regulatory filings. Coordinate Board and Executive Management meetings, including agendas, board papers, minutes, and implementation of resolutions. Advise Management and the Board on corporate governance, legal, and regulatory matters. Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, including supplier, distributor, employment, and confidentiality agreements. Identify and mitigate legal and governance risks, providing practical legal advice to support business decisions. Liaise with regulatory authorities, including CAC, NAFDAC, SON, and external legal counsel where necessary. Maintain an effective contract management system and ensure proper legal documentation and record retention. Promote a culture of compliance and support strategic business initiatives from a legal perspective.

  Requirements:

LL.B. and Barrister-at-Law (B.L.) with a valid licence to practise in Nigeria. Membership of the Chartered Governance Institute of Nigeria (CGI Nigeria/ICSAN) is an advantage. Minimum of 8–10 years' post-call legal experience, with at least 5 years as a * Company Secretary or in a corporate governance role. Strong knowledge of CAMA, Nigerian corporate governance, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance. Experience in the manufacturing or FMCG sector and dealing with CAC, NAFDAC, and SON is an added advantage.