Senior Legal Counsel, Operations, Technology & Projects

Moniepoint

Lagos, Nigeria
On-site
8-11 years commercial law experience
Technology contract negotiation expertise
Corporate finance and m&a transaction leadership
Moniepoint is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to oversee complex commercial agreements and provide legal guidance in a fast-paced fintech environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial law, particularly in technology and corporate finance, and be capable of simplifying legal complexities to support business goals

Job Summary

  • This role serves as the commercial architect behind Moniepoint's most strategic deals, ensuring innovation without compromising security or compliance.
  • The successful candidate will lead the drafting, negotiation, and execution of complex commercial agreements including SaaS, licensing, and payment partnerships.
  • Success is defined by launching efficient contract playbooks, leading major M&A transactions, and being viewed as a trusted growth enabler by business leaders.

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Moniepoint is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to oversee complex commercial agreements and provide legal guidance in a fast-paced fintech environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial law, particularly in technology and corporate finance, and be capable of simplifying legal complexities to support business goals.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8-11 years commercial law experience
  • Technology contract negotiation expertise
  • Corporate finance and M&A transaction leadership
  • Fintech regulatory landscape knowledge
  • Clear legal drafting and risk communication

Nice-to-have

  • Fast-growth scale-up environment experience
  • Multi-jurisdiction high-value transaction management
  • Systems thinking applied to legal problems
  • Business-focused relationship building skills
  • Creator mindset for building legal systems

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree
  • Qualifying Certificate from Nigerian Law School
  • 8-11 years of commercial law experience
  • Demonstrated success in corporate finance and M&A
  • Deep understanding of fintech banking regulations

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