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Careers at CELA

Advance Institutional-Grade
Counsel with Us

CELA Law Practice advises founders, boards, and policy leaders navigating corporate, finance, and regulatory change. Join a partner-led team that builds resilient structures for ventures, investors, and institutions. Expect tight-knit squads, rigorous training, and exposure to market-moving mandates.

Career Tracks

Five Roles Strengthening the Practice

We are hiring experienced professionals across corporate transactions, regulatory strategy, research, client delivery, and operations. Each role works directly with partners, clients, and collaborators from day one.

Transaction Advisory
Transaction Advisory

Senior Associate, Corporate Finance

Lead restructures, cross-border financings, and equity rounds from diligence through closing while mentoring analysts on live matters.

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Growth Counsel
Growth Counsel

Counsel, Venture & Innovation

Guide venture-backed founders through market entry, IP, and regulatory readiness while translating emerging tech risks into actionable playbooks.

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Policy & Research
Policy & Research

Legal Researcher & Analyst

Surface comparative regulatory insights, produce board-ready briefs, and co-create economic law commentary with universities and partners.

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Client Delivery
Client Delivery

Engagement Manager

Orchestrate multi-jurisdiction mandates, align resources, and uphold service SLAs while keeping clients and partners informed at every stage.

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Operations
Operations

Practice Operations Lead

Own talent, finance, and knowledge operations so the practice scales responsibly while optimising platforms, workflows, and vendor relationships.

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Why CELA

Benefits That Accelerate Your Impact

We invest in people who thrive in boutique teams and global contexts. Expect structured support, competitive rewards, and deliberate room for growth.

Collective Excellence

Collective
Excellence

A culture defined by shared ambition, rigorous standards, and global perspective.

Partner Mentorship

Direct access to partners with quarterly development reviews and rotation across key practice areas.

Professional Growth

Funded professional education, bar membership support, and access to curated research resources.

Hybrid Global Model

Anchored in Lagos, London, and client sites with a hybrid working model and purposeful travel.

Holistic Well-being

Comprehensive health cover, wellness stipends, and generous leave policies aligned with international standards.

Team Culture
Our Culture

Where Expertise Meets Innovation

Join a workspace designed for collaboration, where every voice contributes to high-stakes problem solving.

How We Hire

Three Steps to Join the Team

Submit your CV, deal sheet, and a short note on the practice area you want to strengthen. We follow with a partner conversation and a practical case session to test judgement, collaboration, and writing.

References and background checks close the process. We handle applicant information in line with our Privacy Notice.

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