Function Lead - Legal, Risk & Compliance at Qore Technologies Limited

, Lagos State, Nigeria -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Management, Contract Management, Corporate Governance, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Dispute Resolution, Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Policy Development, Negotiation, Mentoring, Compliance Frameworks, Data Protection, AML/KYC Regulations

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

1. Legal & Contract Management Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts and other legal documents, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulators, and internal policies. Provide strategic legal advice on business initiatives, transactions, partnerships, and operational matters. 2. Corporate Governance & Company Secretarial Oversee and implement company secretarial functions, including preparing and reviewing board packs, drafting minutes, supporting board and shareholder meetings, and ensuring timely statutory filings. Maintain corporate records and ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements. 3. Regulatory & Compliance Advisory Monitor, interpret, and advise on evolving multi-jurisdictional regulatory requirements, with a focus on African markets. Lead the development, review, and implementation of internal policies to align with changing laws and regulations. Oversee compliance risk assessments, frameworks, and monitoring activities; embed compliance requirements into business processes. 4. Risk Management & Dispute Resolution Coordinate enterprise risk management initiatives, including privacy-by-design and AML/KYC compliance. Manage and advise on potential and active disputes, claims, and regulatory investigations, working with internal stakeholders and external counsel to protect Qore's interests. Develop early settlement or mitigation strategies to minimize legal, financial, and reputational risks. 5. Strategic Projects & Cross-Functional Collaboration Lead or support strategic projects across the Group's teams (Policy & Regulatory; Compliance; Sustainability, Investment & Governance; Contracting, Business & Legal Advisory; Risk, Privacy & Data Security) Act as project lead on cross-functional initiatives, driving timelines, deliverables, and alignment with strategic objectives. Contribute to governance initiatives, investor due diligence processes and sustainability reporting. 6. Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement Provide high-level advisory input to senior leadership and collaborate with other functions to manage risk and enable growth Mentor junior team members and foster a collaborative, high-performance and well-rounded work culture. Manage multiple work-streams to ensure timely delivery without compromising quality, even in high-demand conditions. Requirements LLB & BL in Law, with 4+ years post call experience in a top tier commercial law firm, banking or financial technology industry; at least 1-2 years' experience in a law firm will be an added advantage. Strong legal, regulatory compliance, and risk management background (preferably in-house/within the financial services sector) Leadership and team coordination skills, including mentoring of junior colleagues and driving projects to completion. Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in contract drafting, review, and negotiation across varied commercial arrangements. In-depth knowledge and understanding of corporate governance and company secretarial practices, including board/shareholders' meeting support, statutory compliance, and regulatory filings. Solid understanding of policy development, regulatory frameworks, and multi-jurisdictional compliance (Africa focus preferred). Familiarity with privacy, data protection, AML/KYC regulations, and related compliance obligations. Experience in dispute resolution and claims management, including negotiation, mediation, and coordination with external counsel or regulators. Ability to manage multiple work-streams across diverse subject areas and deliver high-quality output under tight deadlines. Excellent stakeholder engagement and advisory skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across departments. Benefits Qore provides the rare opportunity to make history in the financial space for Africa by Africans, while working with the smartest, brightest & coolest minds in Africa. Our people & culture team continuously thinks of innovative ways to improve employee experience and some of the other benefits of working with Qore includes: Very Competitive & Rewarding Pay Flexible work option (i.e., Remote) Group Life Insurance Medical Insurance Paid Lunch (i.e., if working onsite) Lifelong Learnings Performance Bonus

Responsibilities

The Function Lead will oversee legal and contract management, corporate governance, and compliance advisory, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements. They will also coordinate risk management initiatives and lead strategic projects across various teams within the organization.