Expired 3 months ago
Associate – Technology, Media & Telecommunication
full-time
| Associate
lagos,
Lagos
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Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Associate to join our Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) Practice. The successful candidate will advise clients on a broad range of technology, data protection, media, telecommunications, intellectual property, digital business, and regulatory matters. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with innovative businesses, multinational corporations, startups, and industry regulators in a rapidly evolving sector.
Job Details
Key Responsibilities
- Advise clients on legal, regulatory, and commercial matters relating to technology, telecommunications, fintech, media, data protection, and digital businesses.
- Conduct legal and regulatory research and prepare legal opinions, memoranda, and client advisories.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial and technology agreements.
- Support clients in obtaining licences, approvals, and other regulatory authorisations.
- Assist clients with regulatory compliance, risk management, and market entry strategies.
- Advise on data protection, privacy, cybersecurity, and digital governance matters.
- Support corporate, commercial, financing, and investment transactions involving technology-focused businesses.
- Engage with regulators and other stakeholders on behalf of clients where required.
- Contribute to business development initiatives, thought leadership, and client relationship management activities.
Requirements
- LL.B degree from a recognized university and qualification to practice law.
- 4–6 years of post-qualification experience in technology, media, telecommunications, commercial law, or regulatory practice.
- Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and legal research skills.
- Knowledge of data protection, cybersecurity, technology, and telecommunications regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools.
Benefits
- Comprehensive HMO (health insurance) coverage
- 13th-month salary
- Flexible hybrid work structure
- Opportunity to work with highly experienced professionals in the legal space
- Exposure, mentorship, and career growth in a top-tier professional environment
- Opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with a diverse portfolio of international clients, broadening professional expertise and global perspective.
About Company
AELEX
<p>At AELEX, we recognise that exceptional service is only possible if we employ the right people. We therefore, aim to attract individuals with the necessary skills, aspirations and drive to excel in all areas of their lives.We are looking for lawyers with strong academic achievements, confident legal skills and excellent communication skills. AELEX offers the opportunity to further develop your legal skills while working on exciting and cutting edge issues of law. We provide training in various practice areas and a chance to continually learn from contemporaries and partners through regular networking events, training and seminars.</p>