Access Bank Plc.

Head of Legal and Company Secretary

Legal Counsel & Legal SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeFajara, Serrekunda, The GambiaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) is required.
A minimum of 10 years of experience in legal practice is required, including at least 5 years in a leadership role within banking or financial services.
A strong understanding of banking and corporate governance laws, regulations, and best practices is required.
Proven experience managing legal risks and providing sound legal advice to executive management and boards is required.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to navigate complex legal issues are required.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to influence and engage stakeholders effectively are required.
A high level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality is required.
The ability to lead and mentor a team of legal professionals is required.

Responsibilities

Provide legal guidance to executive management and the board on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters.
Lead the legal department in managing legal risks, including contract negotiations, dispute resolution, and litigation management.
Ensure compliance with relevant banking-industry and organizational laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Oversee preparation of board and committee meeting materials, minutes, and corporate governance documentation.
Manage the corporate secretarial function, including statutory obligations and maintenance of corporate records.
Liaise with regulatory authorities and external legal counsel.
Review and draft legal documents, contracts, and policies to mitigate legal risks.
Conduct legal research and monitor changes in laws and regulations that may affect the bank’s operations.

Desired Qualifications

A Master’s degree or relevant professional qualification is an advantage.

Head, Legal and Company Secretary

Access Bank PLC · Fajara, Gambia · Full-time · Posted 2025-03-18

Workplace: on_site

Department: ERG

Description

The Head of Legal and Company Secretary at Access Bank PLC will oversee all aspects of legal compliance, governance, and corporate secretarial functions. This critical leadership role requires a proactive individual to ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks and support the bank's strategic objectives through comprehensive legal advice and risk management.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide expert legal guidance to the bank’s executive management and board on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters.
Lead the legal department in managing legal risks associated with the bank's operations, including contract negotiations, dispute resolution, and litigation management.
Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations governing the banking industry and the organization’s internal policies and procedures.
Oversee the preparation of board and committee meeting materials, minutes, and corporate governance documentation.
Manage the bank's corporate secretarial function, including compliance with statutory obligations and maintenance of corporate records.
Act as a key liaison with regulatory authorities and external legal counsel.
Review and draft various legal documents, contracts, and policies to mitigate legal risks.
Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the bank’s operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB), and a Master’s degree or relevant professional qualification is an advantage.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in legal practice, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the banking or financial services sector.

• Strong understanding of banking and corporate governance laws, regulations, and best practices.

• Proven experience in managing legal risks and providing sound legal advice to executive management and boards.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex legal issues.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to influence and engage stakeholders effectively.

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

• Ability to lead and mentor a team of legal professionals.

Benefits

PTO
Status Car
Medical Insurance
Attractive Salary

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