The Legal Counsel at FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Plc will execute the Company’s Legal agenda through innovative global legal strategies.

This position of Legal Counsel involves the continuous provision of timely and effective legal interventions by ensuring that FrieslandCampina's global legal structures are adopted and executed within peculiar yet dynamic business environments. Additionally, this role will include stakeholder relations and management with necessary third parties, as well as upholding the Code of Ethics at both internal and external levels.

Moreover, the Legal Counsel shall support the Company Secretary in delivering legal and company secretarial functions.

What we Ask

What we Offer

1. A culture that’s truly global, yet deeply connected
Rooted in our Dutch heritage and grown across the world, FrieslandCampina brings together diverse perspectives into one collaborative culture. Here, where working across markets, teams, and ideas is part of everyday life.

2. A place where your growth is continuously unlocked
From structured training and coaching to hands-on, real-world exposure, you’re empowered to shape your own career path. Opportunities will evolve as you do, with local and international mobility that’s actively encouraged.

3. Work that works for you
We believe performance thrives with balance. We are offering competitive rewards, flexible ways of working, and benefits that support both your personal and professional life. That way, we ensure you’re well equipped to truly Unleash your Nature.

4. An environment that brings out your best
We pride ourselves on being informal, friendly, and driven. You’ll work alongside passionate people who challenge, support, and inspire each other to raise the bar every day.

5. The freedom to make a real impact
Here, trust and autonomy aren’t just words - they’re how we operate. You’re empowered to take ownership, create long-term impact, and contribute to something bigger: nourishing the world.

Vacancy Description

• Provide comprehensive commercial legal support and reduce legal risks associated with medium and highly complex strategic business transactions, including local partnerships and transactions with FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria.

• Manage a wide array of legal matters, ranging from sales and distribution agreements to corporate housekeeping, supply chain, and procurement-related issues;

• Provide high-quality, comprehensive commercial legal advice on transactions spanning multiple jurisdictions by employing a collaborative, business-partnering approach.

• Manage external legal counsel efficiently and cost-effectively.

• Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiencies and processes while developing and maintaining strong relationships with your business partners.

• Raise awareness of and address risks associated with (new) local regulations and legislation in the region as well.

• Deliver interactive training programmes to foster robust legal awareness at FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Plc.

• Ensure the local implementation of global programmes and digital tools such as Salesforce and Compass;

Collaborate closely with fellow Legal Counsel in global FrieslandCampina entities to align and develop legal strategies, advice, and tools

LM, MD, MT and External Stakeholders