Company Overview: Sahel Capital is a food and agriculture-focused private investment firm. Sahel manages two funds – FAFIN and SEFAA. FAFIN is a private equity fund investing in Nigeria, while SEFAA is an impact-first fund that targets Social Agricultural Enterprises (SAEs) that actively and substantively contribute to the business ecosystem or income opportunities for smallholder farmers (SHFs).

Sahel Capital invests equity and debt in 13 countries in sub-Saharan Africa and aims to create a positive impact by investing in and supporting the growth of agribusinesses in the region. Sahel’s expertise and commitment contribute to sustainable development and economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal/Compliance Officer to join our team. The ideal candidate should have 6 - 8 years of experience, preferably gained in a law firm setting, and possess expertise in private market transactions, funds, capital markets, and regulatory & statutory compliance. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team in an evolving corporate environment.

Key Responsibilities:
• Legal Advisory & Compliance: Provide legal and regulatory advice on private market transactions, funds, capital markets, and related regulatory issues.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and statutory requirements, including local and international financial regulations.
• Private Market Transactions & Fund Structuring: Advise on structuring, negotiating, and drafting documents related to private equity, venture capital, and other private market transactions.
• Capital Markets: Assist in the legal and regulatory aspects of capital markets transactions, including debt/equity offerings and public/private fundraisings.
• Due Diligence & Documentation: Conduct legal due diligence and assist with the preparation and review of transaction documents, such as investment agreements, fund formation documents, and regulatory filings.
• Risk Management: Identify potential legal and compliance risks in transactions and proactively work with senior management to mitigate such risks.
• Training & Development: Train and guide internal teams on legal/compliance matters, ensuring continuous compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Internal Policy Development: Contribute to the development and implementation of internal policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks to ensure best practices are adhered to.

Requirements:
• Experience: 6 - 8 years of relevant experience in private market transactions, funds, capital markets, and regulatory compliance from a reputable law firm.
• Educational Qualifications: A law degree (LL.B) from a recognized institution. Additional qualifications in compliance, finance, or corporate law are a plus.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of relevant regulations and laws governing private markets, funds, capital markets, and corporate compliance. Proficiency in legal research and drafting.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal matters clearly to both legal and non-legal stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail, with the ability to analyze complex legal and regulatory issues and provide practical solutions.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter to careers@sahelcp.com.