Attorney, Legal Research & Advisory

Attorney, Legal Research & Advisory

DB/ Vacancy- 0089/24

Job Summary

Legal Research and Advisory officer is responsible for safeguarding the Bank’s interest by preparing legal briefs; rendering legal advice, opinion on laws, rules and regulation and contracts as per the approved policies, procedures and guidelines.

Academic & Professional Qualification

·         Bachelor’s degree in Law.

·         Additional certification in law, banking, finance or similar fields is an added advantage.

Experience

·         At least Four (4) years relevant experience.

Behavioral Competency

·         Interpersonal and cross-cultural skills, including ability to build collaborative relationships with sensitivity to diversity/inclusion.

·         Creativity and innovation skills.

·         Action oriented.

·         Quality focus and attention to detail.

·         Professionalism and integrity in line with Dashen Bank values.

·         Good oral and written communication skills.

·         Critical and analytical thinking and problem solving skills.

·         Personal motivation and drive exhibited through commitment to hard work, continuous improvement and achievement of goals.

·         Good customer relationship management skills (internal and external customers)

·         Risk awareness and focus - demonstrates understanding of risk management practices, standards and regulatory requirements.

Required Technical Competency

·         Good knowledge and understanding of the financial sector regulatory framework.

·         Good understanding of contract management.

·         Ability to develop proposals, concept papers, position papers as well as write reports and prepare relevant publications.

·         Legal research skills.

·         Have commercial experience particularly in drafting basic contracts and reviewing contractual documents.

·         Legal writing and drafting skills particularly ability to write legal opinions and memos.

·         Ability to conduct comprehensive contract reviews.