Assistant Manager, Legal Job at Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS)

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) assesses, collects and accounts for revenue accruing to the Nigerian Federation, and administers relevant tax laws. We are committed to fair tax administration through responsive and accessible service in order to optimise revenue for national development. To be one of the world’s most efficient and trusted revenue services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Assistant Manager, Legal

Job Reference Number: LG – 1
Job Location: Nigeria

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting of and vetting proposed laws and legislations
• May take charge of an out-station Chamber
• Filing documents for prosecution of cases on behalf of the Service in all criminal proceedings
• Supervising a number of officers;
• Appearing for the Service in Courts
• Assisting in collecting and analyzing data

Minimum Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B), BL (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Nigerian Law especially tax laws.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership and management skills.
• Expertise in risk assessment tools, methodologies, and compliance standards.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.

Professional Skills:

• Certified Trial Advocate (CTA)
• Certified Mediator (CM)
• Certified Arbitrator (CA)

Salary Level
08

Note: Candidates should click on the apply link above and select their desired position.