About the Role

We are recruiting a Legal & Research Documentation Officer to support our internal documentation and research team. This role combines legal-style research, document preparation, formatting, and graphics. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in structured professional environments.

Key Responsibilities

Research & Writing


Conduct research on policies, regulations, and case precedents.
Draft summaries, briefing notes, memos, and explanatory letters.
Prepare internal reports and compliance notes for senior review.


Document Production & Control


Draft and format professional documents (letters, agreements, reports).
Merge and reorganize multiple files (Word, PDF, images).
Build/update professional TOCs with pagination, cross-references, and hyperlinks.
Apply advanced MS Word formatting (styles, numbering, headers/footers).
Perform OCR on scans; ensure accuracy and print-ready quality.
Maintain file version control and structured digital folders.


Case & Team Support


Assist senior team in preparing documentation packages.
Review files for completeness and accuracy.
Provide regular task updates; meet strict deadlines.
Support case analysis with organized notes and references.


Graphics & Layout


Create simple professional layouts (letterheads, certificates, forms, flyers).
Deliver files in print-ready and web-optimized formats.


Compliance & Confidentiality


Handle sensitive information with discretion.
Follow internal SOPs, NDAs, and compliance protocols.


Requirements


BA/BSc/HND in Law, Social Sciences, ICT, or related fields.
4+ years’ experience in research, documentation, or a structured professional environment.
Excellent research and writing ability.
Advanced MS Word skills (styles, TOCs, mail merge, track changes).
Strong PDF editing skills (combine, OCR, redact, secure).
Competence in Canva/Corel/Adobe design tools.
Typing speed of at least 45 WPM with accuracy.
Strong organizational skills; strict confidentiality.
Prior exposure to document-heavy environments is an advantage.


Remuneration


₦150,000 – ₦200,000 monthly (based on experience & performance).
Probation: 3 months.
Performance review & increment based on delivery and quality.


Core Values


Professionalism
Accuracy
Speed
Confidentiality
Ownership