A reputable law firm in Lagos is seeking to engage a highly organized, detail-driven, and dependable Librarian to work hand in hand with the Senior Librarian in managing its legal library, records, and knowledge resources.
This role requires strong administrative discipline, excellent filing culture, and the ability to work in a structured, fast-paced legal environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Support the Senior Librarian in the organization, cataloguing, and maintenance of physical and electronic legal materials, case files, law reports, journals, statutes, and reference resources.
2. Ensure proper classification, indexing, retrieval, and secure storage of legal documents and library materials.
3. Maintain accurate tracking of file movements, circulation records, and access logs in line with internal control procedures.
4. Assist with legal research requests and support lawyers with access to relevant legal materials and references.
5. Keep abreast of legal publications, new law reports, statutory updates, and relevant legal resources to ensure the library remains current and useful.
6. Enforce compliance with internal documentation policies, confidentiality standards, and record-keeping procedures.
7. Conduct periodic audits of library holdings and filing systems to ensure accuracy, completeness, and accountability.
8. Maintain cleanliness, orderliness, and professional presentation of the library and filing areas.
9. Liaise with litigation clerks, secretaries, and relevant administrative units to support document flow and operational efficiency.
10. Support digitisation initiatives and continuous improvement of document control processes.
Requirements
1. Minimum of OND, HND, or Bachelor’s degree in Library Science, Information Management, Records Management, or a related field.
2. At least 3 years relevant experience in a law firm, legal library, registry, or structured administrative environment.
3. Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
4. Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and basic document management systems.
5. Ability to conduct basic legal research and handle reference materials.
6. High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
7. Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment and meet deadlines.
8. Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Salary
Competitive
Monthly based
Location
Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria