The Legal Officer provides daily support to the Corporate Services Department and will carry out legal advisory duties.
The Legal Officer is responsible for the preparation and review of all legal agreements in line with regulatory obligations, guaranteeing the Bank’s adherence to regulatory obligations, and providing legal advice to the Bank’s management about all relevant issues.
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with Regulatory agencies such as CBN, NDIC, CAC, etc.
Review of all agreements with institutional service providers and their complete implementation
Processing of prompt execution, and sealing of agreements and documents.
Guide and ensure compliance with all local and laws of Federal legislation
Provides legal support to the HR, Credit, Recovery, Compliance and Operations departments
Negotiation, drafting, reviewing and finalizing all legal agreements, contracts and other legal documents to safeguard the Bank’s legal position
Attendance in court as the representative of the bank, liaising with the relevant Court Officials and external solicitors thereof on a case-by-case basis
Provide support to the Company Secretary & Head, Legal in the preparation of materials for Statutory Meetings of the Company, including Board Meetings and Annual General Meetings.
Prepare all litigation cases together with other members of the Legal Unit and external solicitors, ensure proper follow-up and report on the status of new and outstanding cases with proper escalation to Management
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Head of the Department on Legal issues.
Qualifications
Minimum of BL, LLB Law
Minimum of 3 years post-call
Evidence of completion or exemption from NYSC.
Experience:
Previous experience as a legal practitioner in a microfinance bank or the financial sector
Comprehensive understanding of mortgage transactions
Demonstrated knowledge of the Nigerian legal system.
Skills:
Excellent time management skills
Ability to multi-task and prioritize work
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational and planning skills
Proficiency in MS Office
Strong negotiating and persuasive skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Proficient in MS Office
Outstanding organizational and time-management abilities