Lead Counsel, Lands & Claims

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Lead Counsel, Lands & Claims

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

The Person

• This role provides strategic leadership in the governance, acquisition, protection, and administration of NLNG’s land assets, while ensuring sustainable resolution of compensation, resettlement, and land?related claims.
• It is a critical role that supports NLNG’s growth, operational continuity, and relationship with host communities and regulators.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage regulators, host communities, and stakeholders to ensure full legal and regulatory compliance
• Ensure accurate documentation, custody, and management of land titles, master plans, and corporate land registers
• Provide governance and accountability in the strategic management of NLNG’s land portfolio
• Lead negotiations for land acquisition, leases, and rights of way for major corporate and expansion projects
• Lead legal support for compensation, resettlement, and community?related land claims, ensuring timely resolution.
• Manage interfaces with external solicitors, surveyors, valuers, and other service providers
• Coordinate legal due diligence, registry searches, and perfection of title for all company land assets

Qualification and Experience

• 12 years post?call to bar experience, with at least 3 years in a similar role
• Proven expertise in land acquisition, compensation frameworks, stakeholder engagement, courtroom practice, and legal risk management
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B) and B.L qualification
• Experience in a reputable organisation, preferably within Oil & Gas or large infrastructure environments

Core Competencies:

• Risk management, governance, and digital awareness
• Leadership, people management, and influence at senior levels
• Strategic thinking and strong commercial judgment
• Negotiation and dispute resolution capability
• Stakeholder and community engagement expertise

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Mandatory Documents

• Applications without the mandatory attachments will not be considered.
• Attachment of the underlisted certificates (copies) is Mandatory:
  • Evidence of change of name (if applicable)
  • LL. B and B.L Certificates
  • Current Curriculum Vitae
  • NYSC or Exemption Certificate
  • Call to Bar Certificate
  • Birth Certificate

Application Instructions
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