Legal Counsel, Contracts & Documentation (Transactions)

Who we are

Moniepoint is an all-in-one financial services platform for emerging markets and the second-fastest growing company in Africa.
Since 2019, Moniepoint’s technology has powered over 3 million people, offering personal and business banking, payment, credit and business management tools to help them succeed. Moniepoint processed $182 billion in 2023, and currently processes the majority of the POS transactions in Nigeria.

Curious about what makes Moniepoint an incredible place to work? Check out posts on how we cultivate a culture of innovation, teamwork, and growth.

About the role

We are looking for a Legal Counsel who will support Moniepoint on legal matters and propose commercially savvy legal solutions towards the attainment of its strategic objectives. As a member of the Legal team in the Contracts and Documentation unit, you will be responsible for ensuring that Moniepoint’s contracts, loan and security documentation, products/services, and business operations comply with applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices from a legal standpoint. You will also be required to support Moniepoint in litigation management, data privacy, and intellectual property protection.

Location: Remote

As a Legal Counsel, you would:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including commercial agreements, loan and security documentation, and technology agreements.
• Ensure proper documentation and execution of contracts and agreements to protect Moniepoint’s interests.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities.
• Advice on statutory compliances.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with legal obligations under agreements.
• Research and prepare legal opinions on various civil matters, including claims for compensation against the company.
• Draft, amend, review, and/or recommend modifications of related laws and regulations governing Moniepoint.
• Assist in the formulation, implementation, and/or amendment of internal policies.
• Provide sound and timely legal advice & opinions to the company and make recommendations to the Management of Moniepoint as necessary.
• Attend meetings and offer advice as required while taking notes.
• Support the General Counsel with any other duties as assigned.

To succeed in this role, we think you should have:

• Bachelor of Laws from an accredited institution.
• Qualifying Certificate from the Nigerian Law School.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of proven experience as a legal counsel (with experience in the banking sector).
• Experience in drafting/negotiating contracts, loan and security documentation, and commercial and technology agreements.
• Ability to interpret regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent multi-tasking and time management skills.
• Ability to cope with high levels of responsibility and with confidential matters.
• Good understanding of the Fintech space and applicable laws/regulations.
• Strong research skills.

What to expect in the hiring process

• A preliminary phone call with the recruiter
• A technical interview with the Hiring Manager
• A Case Study 
• A behavioural and technical interview with a member of the Executive team