Location: Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Employment Type: Contract
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B)
About Aluko & Oyebode
Aluko & Oyebode is a leading full-service law firm in Nigeria, ranked in the top tier by independent legal directories. For over 30 years, the firm has provided legal advisory services to multinational corporations, financial institutions, government entities, international investors, high-net-worth individuals and start-ups across multiple sectors and key markets.
The firm’s practice covers a broad range of corporate and commercial legal services, including Banking & Finance, Business Advisory, Telecommunications, Intellectual Property, Energy & Natural Resources, Project Finance, Real Estate & Construction, Taxation and Privatisation. It also maintains a strong Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) practice.
With offices in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, Aluko & Oyebode is committed to delivering exceptional legal services while developing the next generation of legal professionals. The firm is also a member of ALN, an exclusive alliance of leading corporate law firms operating across 15 key African jurisdictions.
Job Description
Aluko & Oyebode invites applications from qualified and ambitious law graduates for its 2027 Trainee Associate position. This opportunity is designed for aspiring legal professionals who wish to begin their careers in a dynamic and challenging legal environment.
Successful candidates will have the opportunity to gain practical legal experience, learn from experienced legal practitioners, contribute to client engagements and develop the knowledge and professional skills required to build a successful legal career.
The programme provides an opportunity for aspiring lawyers to grow professionally while working within a leading Nigerian law firm serving clients across various industries.
Eligibility Criteria
Interested applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Academic Qualification: Possess a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree with a minimum of Second Class Honours, Upper Division (2:1).
- NYSC Eligibility: Be eligible to participate in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme from January 2027.
Location
The position is available in the following locations:
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Abuja, Nigeria
- Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications is 30 October 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications online through the official Aluko & Oyebode recruitment portal using the link below:
Application Link: https://aluko-oyebode.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/56
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications on or before the stated deadline.
Take the next step towards an exceptional legal career by applying to join Aluko & Oyebode as a Trainee Associate.
Application Deadline: 30 October 2026