Company Secretary / Legal Adviser Job at Media Trust Limited

Media Trust Group, Owners of Daily Trust Newspaper (and other titles), Trust TV and Trust Radio, is desirous of recruiting a competent, self-motivated and result-oriented candidate to fill the position below:

Job Position: Company Secretary / Legal Adviser

Job Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Permanent

Job Summary

• The Company Secretary will ensure compliance with Nigerian corporate, media, and regulatory requirements while providing governance support to the Board of Directors. 
• The role involves managing statutory filings, advising on legal matters, and ensuring adherence to broadcasting, digital media, and corporate governance laws in Nigeria.

Duties & Responsibilities
Corporate Governance & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA 2020), National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) Code, and other relevant laws
• Maintain statutory records, including registers of members, directors, and shareholders, as required by the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC)
• File annual returns, board resolutions, and other mandatory documents with CAC, NBC, and other regulatory bodies
• Advise the Board on changes in Nigerian corporate, media, and tax laws.

Board & Committee Support:

• Organize and document Board Meetings, AGMs, and EGMs in compliance with Nigerian corporate governance codes
• Prepare and circulate meeting agendas, minutes, and resolutions. 
• Ensure proper record-keeping and follow-up on board decisions and action points.
• Facilitate director training on Nigerian legal and regulatory obligations.

Legal & Regulatory Advisory:

• Monitor compliance with NBC broadcasting regulations, Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) rules, and data protection laws.
• Liaise with the company's retained lawyers, regulatory agencies (CAC, NBC, NCC), and government bodies on compliance matters.
• Review contracts, licensing agreements, and content distribution deals to ensure legal compliance.
• Serve as legal adviser to the Board and Executive Management Committee

Internal Controls:

• Implement corporate governance policies in line with Nigerian best practices.
• Ensure compliance with anti-corruption laws (EFCC/ICPC) and financial reporting standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• LLB / BL (Law degree and Bar qualification) or other legal certification.
• Minimum 15 years as a Company Secretary out of which 5 years should be at managerial level.
• Associate member of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN).
• Knowledge of NBC regulations, CAMA 2020

Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• High attention to detail and organizational abilities. 
• Proficient in legal drafting and corporate documentation.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a dynamic media environment. 
• Excellent negotiation skills.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience in a broadcasting, digital media, or production company in Nigeria.
• Strong ethical standards and professionalism.
• Familiarity with content licensing, intellectual property, and digital compliance.