Company: African Land
Location: Accra, Ghana
Employment Type: Full-time

About African Land

African Land is a dynamic and growing property services company focused on land acquisition, property development, and real estate investment across Africa. Our mission is to simplify land ownership and property investment while delivering trusted services to local and international clients.

To support our expanding operations, we are seeking an In-House Legal Support professional to assist with property transactions, land documentation, and banking-related legal processes in Ghana.

Role Overview

The In-House Legal Support professional will provide legal and administrative assistance to ensure smooth execution of land acquisitions, property transactions, contracts, and banking documentation. The role will involve liaising with land registries, banks, legal professionals, and regulatory authorities.

This position is ideal for a legal professional with experience in property law, land documentation, or banking/legal compliance who wants to work within a fast-growing real estate business.

Key Responsibilities

Property & Land Transactions

• Assist with preparation and review of land purchase agreements, leases, and property contracts.

• Support due diligence processes including title searches, land registry verification, and documentation review.

• Liaise with land registries, survey departments, and property authorities.

• Ensure proper filing and registration of land and property documents.

Banking & Financial Documentation

• Assist with legal documentation related to bank financing, property payments, and escrow arrangements.

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• Coordinate with banks regarding loan agreements, payment documentation, and compliance requirements.

• Maintain records of financial agreements and ensure regulatory compliance.

Legal Administration

• Maintain organized records of legal documents, contracts, and compliance materials.

• Support preparation of legal correspondence, reports, and internal documentation.

• Monitor legal timelines, contract obligations, and regulatory requirements.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure business activities comply with Ghanaian property and financial regulations.

• Assist with dispute resolution and coordination with external legal counsel when required.

• Identify potential legal risks and help implement preventive measures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB), Legal Studies, or a related field.

• Experience in property law, land documentation, conveyancing, or banking/legal administration preferred.

• Knowledge of Ghana land registry procedures and property documentation is highly desirable.

• Strong organizational and documentation management skills.

• Ability to liaise with government offices, banks, and legal professionals.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in real estate, property development, or legal firms handling land transactions.

• Familiarity with banking documentation or financial compliance processes.

• Ability to manage multiple legal files and deadlines efficiently.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with a growing property company operating across Africa.

• Exposure to real estate transactions, land acquisition, and property investment projects.

• A collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment.

• Competitive salary based on experience.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a short cover letter outlining their relevant experience in property or banking legal support.