Blue Phoenix Deepwater Limited is a 100% Nigerian-owned company with offices in the United Kingdom and Nigeria. The company was established to be an international player with regional strength as a provider of underwater and topside IRM (Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance) of FPSOs, Rigs, SPMs, and offshore and onshore terminals /platforms, primarily in Nigeria.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Manager, Legal and Compliance
Location: Lagos
Emplyment Type: Full-time
Job Description
Blue Phoenix Deepwater Limited is seeking a result-driven Legal & Compliance Manager with deep industry expertise and a passion for governance excellence.
This role oversees contractual agreements for oil, gas, and marine, shipping, drilling, subsea intervention, fabric maintenance projects, manages consortium and joint venture legalities with external organizations, and ensures adherence to Nigerian and international maritime and labor laws.
Key ResponsibilitiesDraft, review, vet and negotiate high-value product supply and service contracts, BIMCO agreements, charter parties, and Master Service Agreements (MSAs).
Ensure total compliance with the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development (NOGICD) Act and NCDMB directives.
Manage maritime claims, dispute resolutions, arbitrations, and litigation processes.
Oversee anti-bribery, anti-corruption (FCPA, UK Bribery Act), and anti-money laundering (AML) compliance programs.
Provide legal and compliance counsel in high-value strategic meetings and contribute legal and regulatory insights to corporate strategy.
Qualification and Experience
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and Call to the Nigerian Bar (BL).
8–10 years of post-call experience, with at least 5 years in a senior legal role within the oil and gas, maritime, or subsea services sector.
A Master’s Degree (LLM) in Maritime, Energy, or Oil & Gas Law is highly preferred.
Understanding of offshore IRM operations, BIMCO contracting forms, Nigerian local content laws, and joint venture structures.
Application Closing DateNot Specified.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application / CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using "Manager, Legal & Compliance" as the subject of the email.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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