Administrative Secretary at SOOB LAW

Sofunde, Osakwe, Ogundipe & Belgore (SOOB LAW) is a full-service law firm with expertise in both local and international legal matters. The firm’s core practice areas include Commercial Dispute Resolution, Corporate and Commercial Advice, Money and Capital Markets, Regulatory and Compliance Advice, Asset Recovery, Insolvency, Due Diligence and Investigation.

Based in Lagos, SOOB LAW operates across Nigeria through an extensive network of correspondent associates and collaborates with leading law firms in Europe and the United States on a wide range of legal matters.

Job Title: Administrative Secretary
Company: Sofunde, Osakwe, Ogundipe & Belgore (SOOB LAW)
Location: Lagos Island, Lagos
Job Type: Full-time
Industry: Legal Services
Salary: N300,000 Monthly (slightly negotiable for a highly experienced candidate)
Experience: Minimum of 5 years

Job Description

The Administrative Secretary will provide high-level administrative and secretarial support to Partners and other fee-earners within the firm, helping them operate at optimum efficiency. The role requires strong time management, problem-solving and analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to work as a trusted partner to senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate effective and timely communication on behalf of Partners with clients and other parties.
• Manage Partners’ calendars, including daily agendas and schedules.
• Assist Partners in prioritising their daily activities, including meetings, appointments, correspondence and other important tasks.
• Oversee the production of legal documents, coordinating with internal teams and external parties as necessary.
• Monitor deadlines and ensure timely filing of legal documents in compliance with regulatory requirements and court procedures.
• Coordinate logistics for legal meetings, conferences and events.
• Prepare meeting materials, arrange catering and coordinate travel as required.
• Maintain an effective filing system for legal documents and correspondence.
• Prepare and draft documents, ensuring accuracy and adherence to appropriate standards.
• Track legal and billable activities and review invoices and payments to ensure timely processing.
• Provide cost-effective administrative and secretarial support to Partners and other fee-earners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Reporting Line: The Administrative Secretary will report to the Practice Manager.

Requirements

• HND or Bachelor’s Degree in English, Business Administration, Secretarial Studies or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience supporting senior-level executives in a corporate or legal environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Exemplary professionalism and ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion.
• Fast learner with excellent adaptability.
• Excellent team player.

Working with Sofunde, Osakwe, Ogundipe & Belgore offers an opportunity to join a dynamic, imaginative and innovative team where each person’s contribution is highly valued.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter to [email protected] using “ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY” as the subject of the email.

Application Closing Date

31st October, 2026.