Legal Counsel; Retail Business (2 Position(s))
Job Location :
Head Office
Job Purpose:
Responsible in preparation of security documentations and other lending related contracts under the retail business.
Main Responsibilities:
Drafting, preparation and review of security documents and other lending related contracts for retail clients.
Follow up on registration of security documents.
Provide legal opinion to the respective business units, branches and other Committees within the bank when requested.
Check and acknowledge receipt of security documents submitted to Legal for safe custody.
Follow up with respective departments/branches on issues that are pending including return of security documents for safe custody.
Train branch officials on different lending procedures, documentation, and registration procedures.
Support all NMB branches in all legal Retail lending issues (more than 230 branches).
Respond to security documents status queries from branches and other departments.
Assist with the discharge of security documents and transfers under power of sale.
Prepare reports as directed by the supervisor.
Support the Litigation Unit as requested by the Head of Legal.
Knowledge and Skills:
Understanding of Legal, Compliance and experience in drafting of legal documents.
Must have sufficient knowledge of all legal regulations in Tanzania.
Drafting and Review Skills
Commercial law background and Document management
Adaptability, Communication skills, Continuous Learning, Customer Focus, Planning and Organizational skills.
Ability of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
A quick learner who can work under minimum supervision.
Must display flexibility in day-to-day work.
Qualifications and Experience:
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in law (LLB)
Must be a registered Advocate.
Minimum of 3 years working experience in a legal environment.
Experience in drafting of legal documents.
NMB Bank Plc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and achieving gender balanced workforce.
Female candidates and people living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
NMB Bank Plc does not charge any fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it.
Job closing date : 20-Dec-2023
