Lagos State Real Estate, Surveying & Property Management

Head of Legal and Company Secretary at Refin Homes Limited

Posted

  • Company: Refin Homes Limited
  • Location: Lagos
  • Job type: Full-time
  • Salary: N350,000 – N500,000 per month
  • Deadline: November 7, 2026

About the role

Refin Homes Limited is a community builder focused on providing affordable, high-quality housing for middle-income earners in Nigeria. We are looking for a commercially aware Legal Officer and Company Secretary to oversee our legal affairs and corporate governance. This role reports directly to the Managing Director and Executive Management.

Responsibilities

  • Review and negotiate construction, consultancy, and commercial contracts.
  • Manage legal disputes and coordinate with external solicitors when necessary.
  • Advise management on corporate, commercial, and operational legal matters.
  • Conduct legal due diligence on property transactions and verify title documents.
  • Liaise with land registries, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with CAMA 2020 and other corporate governance requirements.
  • Prepare meeting notices, agendas, minutes, and resolutions for the Board.
  • File statutory returns and corporate documents with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).
  • Monitor regulatory changes and manage compliance risks in real estate and construction.
  • Support management in resolving employment-related disputes and reviewing HR documents.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B) and Barrister-at-Law (B.L).
  • Must be called to the Nigerian Bar.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of post-call experience.
  • Strong knowledge of CAMA 2020, Nigerian property laws, and contract law.
  • Experience in company secretarial practice and corporate governance.
  • Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
  • Experience in real estate, construction, or property development is an advantage.

How to apply

Send your resume to hr@refinhomes.com. Please use the job title as the subject of your email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The application deadline is November 7, 2026.

Apply by email: hr@refinhomes.com