Job Vacancies at Arkland Properties & Investment Company

Arkland Group is a full-service real estate organization operating in major cities with core competencies in property development, advisory, construction, and facility management. At Arkland Group, we specialize in acquiring, developing, and investing in sustainable housing properties in cities across Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Human Resource Officer

Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Human Resource Officer will help recruit, support and develop talent through developing policies and managing procedures.
• He/She will be responsible for administrative tasks and will contribute to making the company a better place to work.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of HR initiatives and systems
• Provide counseling on policies and procedures
• Be actively involved in recruitment by preparing job descriptions, posting ads and managing the hiring process
• Create and implement effective onboarding plans
• Develop training and development programs
• Assist in performance management processes
• Support the management of disciplinary and grievance issues
• Maintain employee records (attendance, EEO data etc.) according to policy and legal requirements
• Review employment and working conditions to ensure legal compliance

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in humanities or any other related field.
• 0-2 years of experience as a Human Resource Officer,Admin Officer or relevant role.
• Proficient in MS Office; knowledge of HRMS is a plus
• Outstanding organizational and time-management abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making aptitude
• Strong ethics and reliability
• BSc/BA in business administration, social studies or relevant field; further training will be a plus
• Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on the company’s success.

Salary
Attractive.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV / Resume to: careers@arklandgroup.com using "Human Resource Officer" as the subject of the email.

2.) Accountant

Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Accountantis to assist in coordinating the activities of the finance department; tracking payments to internal and external stakeholders, preparing budget forecasts, processing tax payments and returns.

Job Description

• Manage all accounting transactions.
• Prepare budget forecasts.
• Liaise with the human resource department to maintain an effective payroll administration system.
• Publish financial statements and bookkeeping ledgers in time.
• Handle monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable.
• Ensure timely bank payments.
• Compute taxes and prepare tax returns.
• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements.
• Report on the company’s financial health and liquidity.
• Audit financial transactions and documents.
• Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary.
• Comply with financial policies and regulations.
• Reconciling the company’s bank statements and bookkeeping ledgers.
• Completing analysis of the employee expenditures.
• Managing income and expenditure accounts.
• Generating the company’s financial reports using income and expenditure data.
• Keeping a check on the company’s finances based on financial status.
• Ensure that taxes, pension and other statutory contributions/payments are properly filed and remitted on or before government mandated deadlines.
• Initiating and managing financial and accounting software used by the company.
• Review financial records of sales to ensure balanced accounts are maintained.

Job Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or any other related field.
• 5 - 8 years of proven experience as an accountant, accounts officer or relevant role.
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods.
• Professional certification is compulsory (ICAN, ACA, etc).
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software like Sage, etc.
• Experience with general ledger functions.
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills.
• An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers.
• Ability to work in stressful situations.
• Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on the company’s success.
• Project management skills and a team player.

Remuneration
Salary is attractive.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV / Resume to: careers@arklandgroup.com using "Accountant" as the subject of the mail.

3.) Legal Officer

Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Legal Officer will be responsible for providing legal advice and support to the organization on a wide range of legal matters, including contracts, compliance, intellectual property, and regulatory issues.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts and agreements, including vendor contracts, client agreements, and partnership agreements.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on contract interpretation, risk assessment, and compliance issues.
• Research and analyze legal issues and regulations relevant to the organization's operations and industry.
• Monitor changes in laws, regulations, and legal trends that may impact the organization and provide recommendations for compliance.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Manage and protect the organization's intellectual property assets, including trademarks, copyrights, and patents.
• Handle legal disputes and litigation matters, including managing outside counsel and representing the organization in court or alternative dispute resolution proceedings.
• Conduct legal due diligence reviews for mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.
• Assist with corporate governance matters, including board meetings, resolutions, and regulatory filings.
• Provide legal training and guidance to employees on legal issues and best practices.
• Prepare and maintain legal documentation, including corporate records, contracts, and regulatory filings.
• Respond to legal inquiries and requests from internal and external stakeholders in a timely and professional manner.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and human resources, to address legal issues and support business initiatives.
• Ensure that the organization's activities and operations are conducted in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
• Perform other legal tasks and responsibilities as assigned by senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Juris Doctor (JD), or equivalent legal qualification.
• 4-6 years of experience practicing law, preferably in a corporate or commercial setting.
• Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction; license to practice law required.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, corporate law, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts and issues clearly and effectively.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and precision.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience with intellectual property law and protection preferred.
• Knowledge of corporate governance principles and practices.
• Commitment to integrity, ethics, and professionalism in all aspects of legal practice.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
• Analytical skills to assess legal risks and implications.
• Familiarity with litigation and dispute resolution processes.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and databases.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Research abilities to gather relevant legal precedents and information.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to provide legal advice and guidance to the organization.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV / Resume to: careers@arklandgroup.com using the job title e.g. "Legal Officer" as the subject of the email.