Airtel Nigeria Recruitment 2011

Airtel Nigeria is currently recruiting

HEAD: LITIGATION & DISPUTE MANAGEMENT
JOB CODE – 1007
POSITION TITLE
HEAD: LITIGATION AND DISPUTE MANAGEMENT
BUSINESS UNIT / FUNCTION: Legal
LOCATION: Lagos, Nigeria
DEPARTMENT: Litigation & Dispute
FUNCTIONAL REPORTING TO: (Please provide position title)

LEGAL DIRECTOR


JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for all Litigation matters concerning Airtel Networks Limited (the “Company”) with responsibility at Head office and across all regions. Reporting directly to the Legal Director.


SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL SKILLS
Bachelor of Laws (LLB);
Call to the Nigerian Bar (BL);
Master of Laws (LLM) degree may be an added advantage
Relevant Experience (Type of experience and minimum number of years)
Minimum of 7 years post qualification experience with a reputable law firm
Minimum 5 years’ experience in the commercial legal environment
Candidate must have up-to-date knowledge of including, but not limited to, Nigerian Law, Case Law, Court Rules and Processes, Case Management, Legal Risk Management, Dispute Resolution, People and Resources management, Management of Law Enforcement Agencies / Governmental Agencies
Other requirements (Behavioural etc.).
Ability to manage the litigation portfolio and give advice to Management as required;
Ability to work diligently and efficiently;
Ability to work with minimal supervision;
Ability to travel often and at short notice;
Sound Computer skills (including word processing, use of databases and search tools);
Verbal and Written Communication skills;
Ability for strong follow up and attention to detail;
Customer / Client Service Orientation;
People management skills;
Honesty, integrity and commitment to the common goals and values of the organization; and
Confident, team player, voracious reader with analytical mind, a desire to excel and a passion for the job.

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http://www.ng.airtel.com/Careers.aspx