Job Vacancies at Magna Spring Ventures

Magna Spring Ventures (MSV) - We are a forward-thinking investment and operating company managing a growing portfolio of businesses in Nigeria. These include tech-enabled marketplaces, service platforms, and real estate development companies. Each of our brands operates at the intersection of technology, structured operations, and consumer experience.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) People & Culture Lead

Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Managing Director / Head of Operations

Role Overview

• You will lead all aspects of human resources - from recruitment and onboarding to culture, compliance, performance, and talent development - supporting diverse teams that include engineers, creatives, field staff, and administrative professionals.
• This role requires someone who can think strategically, implement efficiently, and adapt across multiple business models and maturity levels.

Key Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition & Team Building:

• Develop and execute tailored hiring strategies for different business units (e.g., tech, sales, project teams).
• Manage full-cycle recruitment, including job scoping, sourcing, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
• Design structured, role-specific onboarding programs to reduce time-to-productivity.

HR Systems & Operations:

• Implement and manage HRIS platforms to digitize employee records, leave, and performance data.
• Maintain accurate documentation for all HR processes in line with labor law and internal policy.
• Collaborate with finance on payroll inputs and staff benefits (HMO, pension, allowances, etc.).

Performance, Engagement & Culture:

• Roll out quarterly performance reviews with clear metrics and feedback tools.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and foster a cohesive culture across digital and on-ground teams.
• Coordinate learning and development plans, internal upskilling, and leadership coaching.

Policy & Compliance:

• Review and update employee handbooks, HR policies, and workplace protocols.
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian labor laws, including NSITF, ITF, PAYE, and disciplinary procedures.
• Act as an internal advisor on grievance handling, probation management, and exits.

Strategic Support:

• Forecast hiring needs and develop succession plans in collaboration with business heads.
• Advise on HR implications of growth initiatives such as team restructuring or operational expansion.
• Track and report on HR metrics (attrition, engagement, headcount trends) for leadership review.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess relevant qualifications in a related field.
• Must have 4 - 6 years of HR generalist or people operations experience.
• Proven ability to scale teams and manage HR systems in a fast-paced, multi-brand environment.
• Solid knowledge of Nigerian labor law and HR documentation standards.
• CIPM certification (Associate level or higher).
• Excellent communication, discretion, and people-management skills.

Bonus Points:

• Experience working in or with startups, digital platforms, or field-heavy businesses.
• Experience building HR infrastructure from scratch.
• Familiarity with HR tools such as SeamlessHR, BambooHR, Zoho People, etc.

What We Offer

• A front-row seat in shaping the culture and structure of a high-growth venture group.
• Opportunity to influence three distinct companies at different stages of scale.
• Supportive leadership, learning stipends, and growth into a Head of People role.
• Competitive salary, HMO, pension, and performance bonuses.

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2.) Brand Designer (Officer Level)

Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Head of Brand & Marketing / Group Creative Lead

Role Overview

• We're seeking a Brand Designer to help unify and elevate the visual identity of MSV and its portfolio companies. 
• You will support our creative and marketing teams in designing brand assets, templates, campaigns, and content across digital, print, and environmental touchpoints.
• This is an execution-focused design role—ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented designer who thrives in fast-paced environments and is eager to help brands punch above their weight visually.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute visual design assets across web, social media, presentations, campaigns, signage, merchandise, etc.
• Maintain and evolve the visual identity of the MSV parent brand and its subsidiaries.
• Design templates for marketing teams (e.g., social posts, pitch decks, investor reports).
• Translate briefs into clean, on-brand design work under tight timelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams across marketing, product, and HR to ensure consistency of brand voice and visuals.
• Support the creation of campaign-specific identities for product launches, events, or digital campaigns.
• Prepare final artwork files for digital deployment and print production as needed.

Requirements
Must-Have:

• 2–4 years of experience in brand design or graphic design roles.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating brand identity work and multi-format adaptability.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Figma.
• Solid understanding of layout, typography, color theory, and responsive design.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines without sacrificing attention to detail.

Bonus Points:

• Experience with motion graphics, animation, or video editing tools (e.g., After Effects, Premiere Pro).
• Familiarity with real estate, marketplace, or startup brands.
• Exposure to signage/environmental branding.
• Photography, illustration, or 3D design capabilities.

What We Offer

• A chance to shape the brand expression of multiple companies with national visibility.
• A design-driven culture where creative input is valued and implemented.
• Clear path to grow into a Senior Brand Designer or Art Director.
• Competitive salary, HMO, pension, and performance-based bonuses.
• Workspace in Victoria Island and access to projects across digital and physical environments.

Click here to apply online

Note

• Please complete the application form and upload your CV + design portfolio (PDF or link):
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

3.) Legal & Compliance Officer

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Group Managing Director / Head of Operations

Role Overview

• As we expand our operational footprint, we are seeking a Legal & Compliance Officer who understands both startup corporate structures and the unique realities of real estate development in Nigeria.
• This role combines core compliance oversight (CAC filings, FIRS, PENCOM, legal documentation) with hands-on support for our real estate development business, including resolving land title issues, handling site access disruptions, managing external threats (e.g., omo onile), and ensuring due diligence in land acquisitions and contracts.
• You’ll function as an internal legal partner—balancing boardroom precision with field-level problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities
Group Compliance & Corporate Legal:

• Manage statutory compliance across MSV and subsidiaries (CAC filings, board resolutions, share updates, annual returns).
• Liaise with regulatory bodies: FIRS, LIRS, PENCOM, NSITF, ITF, NIPC, etc.
• Draft and review internal legal documents (NDAs, MOUs, board papers, employment contracts).
• Maintain updated records of corporate filings, litigation matters, and IP registrations.
• Ensure compliance with CAMA 2020, tax legislation, and other applicable laws.

Real Estate Legal:

• Conduct due diligence on land titles (e.g., C of O, Gazette, Excision).
• Vet all property acquisition documents: Deeds, Purchase Agreements, and Survey Plans.
• Manage omo onile interactions tactfully—especially on disputed or sensitive lands.
• Support access negotiations for landlocked or canal-affected sites.
• Prepare and review JV Agreements, Development Agreements, Sublease Agreements, Allocation Letters, and Estate Covenants.
• Mitigate risks tied to escrow arrangements, payment structuring, and delayed documentation.
• Coordinate with surveyors, community leaders, and government agencies on boundary issues or site-related encumbrances.
• Respond to legal threats and help resolve site disruptions in collaboration with security and operations teams.

Requirements

• LL.B + B.L from a recognized institution.
• 4–7 years of post-call experience, with at least 2 years in a real estate development or property law role.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian land documentation processes and real estate laws.
• Experience resolving field-level conflicts (e.g., land grabbers, title disputes).
• Familiarity with CAC, tax compliance, and statutory obligations for multi-entity groups.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and verbal communication skills.

Bonus Points:

• Experience advising on Joint Ventures and property syndications.
• Familiarity with escrow structuring and project finance frameworks.
• Hands-on exposure to litigation or arbitration related to land or tenancy disputes.
• Knowledge of estate management frameworks and developer-offtaker legal dynamics.

What We Offer

• Exposure to high-impact deals and growing portfolios across digital and physical assets.
• Direct collaboration with executive leadership.
• Competitive salary, HMO, pension, and performance incentives.
• Opportunity to grow into a Group Legal & Risk Manager role.

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Note

• Please complete the Google Form and upload your CV and a brief cover letter outlining relevant legal and compliance experience.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.