Legal and Compliance Associate (Abuja) at Sankore Investment

Sankore is an investment and advisory firm that provides an array of wealth and fund management services to individuals and institutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Legal and Compliance Associate

Location: Abuja
Employment Time: Full Time
Specialization: Legal

Job Summary

• The Legal and Compliance Associate is responsible for providing compliance, documentation, and operations support at the Sankore Abuja Office.
• The Associate will work closely with the Wealth Team to deliver seamless experiences in all interactions with Clients in the region.
• In addition, the Associate will work with the Compliance team to meet its obligations and build regulatory relationships with the apex regulator.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide documentation management and support for all interactions with Clients within the region.
• Represent the organization in Client interactions at the regional office.
• Manage all correspondence that is received or transmitted from the regional office.
• Work with the Compliance Team to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Engage the Apex Regulator (Securities and Exchange Commission) on pending matters relating to the Group.
• Build working relationships with Regulators and key contacts at the Commission.
• Support the implementation of all operational matters relating to the Company’s activities within the region.
• Coordinate corporate filings and registrations.
• Coordinate the execution of legal documentation by third parties.
• Conduct legal research and gather related legal information for corporate transactions.
• Maintain up-to-date information on developments and regulations that pertain to the Company’s business interests.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB), Barrister at Law (Nigerian Law School).
• 3 – 5 years’ proven work experience in a related position.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Strong Interpersonal Skills
• Ability to understand and interpret legal documents.
• Commercial Awareness, sound understanding of the business environment.
• Solid organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Acts as a catalyst to good effect by sharing information derived from a holistic view of the business and ensures those who need to know are fully briefed.
• Strong ethical values.
• A strong focus on excellence.
• Ability to plan and prioritize effectively.
• Respectful to clients / colleagues.
• Possess a practical, flexible, and innovative approach to work.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Deadline: 14th March, 2022.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online