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Maplecrest Advisory

Legal & Research Documentation Officer (Documents & Graphics) at Maplecrest Advisory

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Full Time , Onsite BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
Posted Aug 25, 2025
Law / Legal&nbsp

Job Description

About the Role

We are recruiting a

Legal & Research Documentation Officer
to support our internal documentation and research team. This role combines
legal-style research, document preparation, formatting, and graphics
. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in structured professional environments.

Key Responsibilities

Research & Writing

  • Conduct research on policies, regulations, and case precedents.
  • Draft summaries, briefing notes, memos, and explanatory letters.
  • Prepare internal reports and compliance notes for senior review.

Document Production & Control

  • Draft and format professional documents (letters, agreements, reports).
  • Merge and reorganize multiple files (Word, PDF, images).
  • Build/update professional TOCs with pagination, cross-references, and hyperlinks.
  • Apply advanced MS Word formatting (styles, numbering, headers/footers).
  • Perform OCR on scans; ensure accuracy and print-ready quality.
  • Maintain file version control and structured digital folders.

Case & Team Support

  • Assist senior team in preparing documentation packages.
  • Review files for completeness and accuracy.
  • Provide regular task updates; meet strict deadlines.
  • Support case analysis with organized notes and references.

Graphics & Layout

  • Create simple professional layouts (letterheads, certificates, forms, flyers).
  • Deliver files in print-ready and web-optimized formats.

Compliance & Confidentiality

  • Handle sensitive information with discretion.
  • Follow internal SOPs, NDAs, and compliance protocols.

Requirements

  • BA/BSc/HND in Law, Social Sciences, ICT, or related fields.
  • 4+ years’ experience in research, documentation, or a structured professional environment.
  • Excellent research and writing ability.
  • Advanced MS Word skills (styles, TOCs, mail merge, track changes).
  • Strong PDF editing skills (combine, OCR, redact, secure).
  • Competence in Canva/Corel/Adobe design tools.
  • Typing speed of at least 45 WPM with accuracy.
  • Strong organizational skills; strict confidentiality.
  • Prior exposure to document-heavy environments is an advantage.

Remuneration

  • ₦150,000 – ₦200,000 monthly (based on experience & performance).
  • Probation: 3 months.
  • Performance review & increment based on delivery and quality.

Core Values

  • Professionalism
  • Accuracy
  • Speed
  • Confidentiality
  • Ownership

How to Apply

Email:
maplecrestadvisory@gmail.com

Subject Line:
Application – Legal & Research Documentation Officer (Jos)

Attach the following:

CV/Resume (PDF).

Portfolio samples:

  • 2 formatted Word documents (with TOC).
  • 2 merged/optimized PDFs.
  • 2 design pieces (flyer, letterhead, or report).
  • 1 research summary/briefing note.

Screening (for shortlisted candidates):

  • Format a Word document (styles + TOC).
  • Merge files into a clean, bookmarked PDF with OCR.
  • Draft a 1-page research note.
  • Create a simple flyer in Canva.
  • Reference checks and NDA signing required before offer.

Ready to apply?

Submit your application before the deadline.

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