Candel FZE Recruitment for Graduate Trainee (Lawyer)

The Candel FZE is a manufacturing company engaged in the development, production, marketing and distribution of agrochemicals, specialised fertilisers, seeds and allied products in Nigeria.It is located in the Lekki Free Zone, Ibeju- Lekki; near Dangote Refinery.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Graduate Trainee (Lawyer)

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary


  • The Graduate Trainee Lawyer will support the Administration Department in managing, reviewing, and organizing all company documents.
  • The role is primarily administrative in nature, but requires legal awareness to ensure that contracts, agreements, and records are properly handled, accurate, and compliant with company standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Read and review all documents relating to the enterprise to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Assist in organizing, filing, and maintaining company records and correspondence.
  • Provide administrative support in the preparation and circulation of contracts, agreements, and internal documents.
  • Support the Admin Department in day-to-day documentation and clerical tasks.
  • Draft simple letters, memos, and reports under supervision.
  • Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive company information.
  • Carry out other administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB or equivalent).
  • Strong reading and comprehension skills.
  • Good organizational and administrative ability.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in handling documents.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Integrity, discretion, and willingness to learn.
  • Minimum of 2:1 from a Nigerian University
  • Not more than 28 years
  • No experience required.

Key Competencies:

  • Reliability and sense of responsibility.
  • Ability to work with minimum supervision and follow instructions.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Team spirit with professionalism.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@candelcorp.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.