Legal Officer — Compliance & Governance (Abuja)
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Position Overview
Location:
Abuja, Nigeria 
Compensation:
₦700,000 - ₦1,000,000/month
Experience:
4-7 years
Position:
Mid-level
Type:
Job
Practice Area:
Corporate Governance
Remote:
No
Posted:
Deadline:
Dec 31, 2026
Job Description
NNPC Limited seeks a Legal Officer for the Compliance & Corporate Governance unit. The role focuses on ensuring NNPC’s compliance with the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA), the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021, anti-corruption legislation and internal governance frameworks following NNPC’s transformation into a limited liability company.
Responsibilities
- Ensuring compliance with corporate governance codes and statutory requirements
- Preparing board papers, resolutions and statutory filings
- Advising on anti-corruption and anti-bribery compliance
- Conducting internal governance reviews and compliance audits
- Liaising with the Corporate Affairs Commission and other regulatory bodies
Requirements
- LL.B and B.L. with admission to the Nigerian Bar
- 4-7 years post-call experience in corporate governance, compliance or regulatory law
- Knowledge of CAMA 2020, PIA 2021 and anti-corruption legislation (ICPC Act, EFCC Act)
- Experience in corporate secretarial practice preferred
- Strong organisational and communication skills
Perks & Benefits
Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning
Compensation
₦700,000 - ₦1,000,000/month
Practice Area
Corporate Governance
Position
Mid-level
Education Requirements
Professional degree
Experience Requirements
5 to 7 years
Industry
Oil & Gas
Bar Admission Requirements
Bar Admission Required: Yes
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: NNPC Limited Hiring Team
Application Deadline
December 31, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
