Legal Counsel - Litigation, Debt Recovery at Bank of Africa Kenya Limited

Responsibility Summary:

• Issuance of demand letters and statutory notices
• Advising the Bank and liaising with Bank's external lawyers on actual/threatened litigation
• Preparation of reports and drafting/review Contracts
• Monitoring changes in banking laws and other regulations affecting the bank and keep the bank updated of such changes in regulations.
• Research on various legal issues and provide timely legal advice on varying issues

Academic & Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (LLB).
• Must be an advocate of high court of Kenya
• Minimum 5 years in banking and financial services law, focus on debt recovery and litigation.
• Experience in initiating and managing civil litigation matters.
• Strong knowledge of local banking industry, banking products, banking services and banking regulations.

Skills/Experience Required

• Thorough understanding of the legal framework in banking and financial institutions.
• Proficiency in litigation procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Ability to manage relationships within the team and with stakeholders.
• Effective communication and presentation skills both verbal and written.
• Strong critical and analytical thinking to make informed decisions.