Legal Advisor (Contracting & Legal) – Manager (West-Africa) at Deloitte

Ebute-Metta, Lagos State, Nigeria -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contracting, Legal Advice, Contract Drafting, Commercial Negotiations, Risk Assessment, Contract Management, Stakeholder Management, Legal Documentation, Compliance, Advisory Services, Outsourcing, Technology, Negotiation, Legal Risk Mitigation, Knowledge Management

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Company Description At Deloitte, our Purpose is to make an impact that matters for our clients, our people, and society. This is the lens for which our global strategy is set. It unites Deloitte professionals across geographies, businesses, and skills. It makes us better at what we do and how we do it. It enables us to deliver on our promises to stakeholders, while creating the lasting impact we seek. Harnessing the talent of 450,000+ people located across more than 150 countries and territories, our size and scale puts us in a unique position to help change the world for the better—by bringing together the services we provide, the societal investments we make, and the collaborations we advance through our ecosystems. Deloitte offers career opportunities across Audit & Assurance (A&A), Tax & Legal (T&L) and our Consulting services business, which is made up of Strategy, Risk & Transactions Advisory (SR&T) and Technology & Transformation (T&T). Are you ready to apply your knowledge and background to exciting new challenges? From learning to leadership, this is your chance to take your career to the next level. Job Description As a Manager in CBS-C&L, you will have the opportunity to assist our West Africa Firm (Nigeria & Ghana) on complex contracting and commercial negotiations, provide internal legal advice, and support the review and drafting of contracts while primarily providing support to the engagement teams. The focus of the role will be on the advisory services of Deloitte with an emphasis on contractual support and contract management. In this role, you will: Work closely with the Member Firm Contracting Leader, the CBS-C&L team, and other professionals within Africa to ensure consistent legal standards and best practices across the region Collaborate with engagement teams across Deloitte Africa to support day-to-day contracting on projects, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and local regulations in Nigeria and Ghana Conduct risk assessments and mitigation strategies for complex commercial contracts to protect organizational interests and minimize legal exposure Manage stakeholder relationships with clients, internal teams, and external partners to facilitate smooth contract negotiations and execution Mentor and develop junior legal professionals and support staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional excellence within the contracting and legal function Maintain comprehensive contract documentation, templates, and knowledge repositories to support organizational efficiency and institutional knowledge management Monitor contract performance and compliance metrics, providing regular reporting and recommendations to senior leadership on contracting trends and legal matters Grow as a legal professional by gaining experience in areas of advisory, outsourcing, technology, software and systems integration, resourcing, and collaboration across multiple disciplines Qualifications Possess a Bachelor's degree in law with a minimum of Second Class Lower/Lower Credit division Have a minimum of credit in five WASSCE/GCE/NECO Ordinary Level subjects or acceptable equivalent examination, including Mathematics and English Language in one sitting only Nigerian qualified lawyer with a minimum of 7 years post-call experience in corporate and commercial law Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities Ability to contribute to internal initiatives, including knowledge management and workflow improvement Self-motivated with a desire to work both independently and in a collegial team environment Demonstrates willingness to accept challenges and ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment with competing client demands. Strong work ethic and the ability to handle a broad array of matters, with a demonstrated focus on quality and risk Support, draft and negotiate amongst others - client and business partner engagements, including master services agreements, statements of work, service level agreements, alliance agreements, professional services agreements and requests for proposals Engaging with legal teams and external lawyers Provide advice on legal risks associated with engagements and offer creative solutions to mitigate risks Additional Information Our promise to our people: Deloitte is where potential comes to life. Be yourself, and more. We are a group of talented people who want to learn, gain experience, and develop skills. Wherever you are in your career, we want you to advance. You shape how we make impact. Diverse perspectives and life experiences make us better. Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, we want you to feel like you belong here. We provide flexible working options to support you and how you can contribute. Be the leader you want to be. Be the leader you want to be. Some guide teams, some change culture, some build essential expertise. We offer opportunities and experiences that support your continuing growth as a leader. Have as many careers as you want. We are uniquely able to offer you new challenges and roles – and prepare you for them. We bring together people with unique experiences and talents, and we are the place to develop a lasting network of friends, peers, and mentors. Our TVP is about relationships – between leaders and their people, the firm and its people, peers, and within in our communities. At Deloitte, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work—in every country, in everything we do, every day. We aim to create a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, including reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. We seek to create and leverage our diverse workforce to build an inclusive environment across the African continent. Application Deadline: 13 March 2026 At Deloitte, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work—in every country, in everything we do, every day. We aim to create a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, including reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. We seek to create and leverage our diverse workforce to build an inclusive environment across the African continent. We actively support the inclusion of people with disabilities and embrace neurodiversity in the workplace. We recognise and value the unique strengths that neurodivergent individuals bring, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. If you require reasonable accommodations in relation to your disability and neurodiverse needs during the recruitment process, please let us know. We are happy to make adjustments to suit your individual needs. Note: The list of tasks / duties and responsibilities contained in this document is not necessarily exhaustive. Deloitte may ask the employee to carry out additional duties or responsibilities, which may fall reasonably within the ambit of the role profile, depending on operational requirements. Be careful of Recruitment Scams: Fraudsters or employment scammers often pose as legitimate recruiters, employers, recruitment consultants or job placement firms, advertising false job opportunities through email, text messages and WhatsApp messages. They aim to cheat jobseekers out of money or to steal personal information. To help you look out for potential recruitment scams, here are some Red Flags: Upfront Payment Requests: Deloitte will never ask for any upfront payment for background checks, job training, or supplies. 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Responsibilities

The Manager will assist the West Africa Firm (Nigeria & Ghana) with complex contracting, commercial negotiations, and providing internal legal advice, focusing primarily on supporting engagement teams with contractual matters and contract management for advisory services. Responsibilities include collaborating across the African region to ensure consistent legal standards, conducting risk assessments for commercial contracts, and managing stakeholder relationships during negotiations.