The Role
The Legal Manager will oversee litigation, provide legal advice on banking operations, manage security documentation, support governance functions, and ensure regulatory compliance for the Bank.
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Job Summary
The Legal Manager will provide legal support to the Bank by managing litigation, advising
on legal and regulatory matters, and ensuring proper preparation, review, and
perfection of security documentation relating to credit facilities. The role will also support
corporate governance matters and company secretariat functions where required.
Responsibities
A. Litigation Management
- Manage and oversee all litigation matters involving the Bank, including civil,
commercial, and recovery-related cases.
- Liaise and coordinate with external advocates and ensure effective
representation of the Bank in court and other dispute resolution forums.
- Monitor progress of ongoing cases and provide regular updates to management.
- Review pleadings, legal opinions, and court documents prepared by external
counsel.
- Develop litigation strategies to protect the Bank’s interests and minimize legal
risk.
- Maintain an updated litigation register and ensure proper documentation of all
cases.
B. Security Documentation
- Review, draft, and advise on security documentation related to credit facilities,
including:
o Debentures
o Charges over assets
o Mortgages
o Guarantees and indemnities
o Assignments
- Ensure proper perfection and registration of securities with relevant authorities
(e.g., BRELA, Ministry of Lands, etc.).
- Provide legal support to the Credit and Corporate Banking teams on structuring
and documentation of facilities.
- Ensure the Bank’s interests are adequately secured in all lending transactions.
C. Legal Advisory
- Provide legal advice to internal stakeholders on banking operations, contracts,
and regulatory compliance.
- Review and draft commercial agreements, contracts, and internal policies.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, Bank of Tanzania regulations, and
internal policies.
- Identify legal risks and provide practical mitigation measures.
D. Corporate Governance & Secretariat Support (Advantage)
- Assist in company secretariat matters, including preparation of board papers,
minutes, and resolutions where required.
- Support compliance with corporate governance requirements and regulatory
filings.
- Assist with regulatory correspondence and approvals where necessary.
E. Regulatory Compliance
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the banking sector.
- Ensure the Bank’s practices and documentation comply with applicable laws and
regulatory requirements.
- Support implementation of regulatory directives affecting the Bank.
Requirements
Knowledge and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB).
- Admission to the Bar / Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania.
- Minimum 5–7 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in banking, financial
services, or a reputable law firm.
- Experience in banking litigation and loan/security documentation is essential.
- Experience in company secretariat and corporate governance matters.
- Experience dealing with Bank of Tanzania regulatory requirements
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in law (LLB)
- Admission to the Bar / Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania
- Minimum 5-7 years of relevant legal experience
- Experience in banking litigation and loan/security documentation
- Experience in company secretariat and corporate governance matters
- Experience dealing with Bank of Tanzania regulatory requirements
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The Company
What We Do
CVPeople Tanzania is a leading provider of HR consulting and recruitment services, specializing in identifying and recruiting senior leaders and board directors to help businesses succeed.
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