LEGAL ADVISOR, DISPUTE RESOLUTION AT STANBIC IBTC BANK

About Company:

Stanbic IBTC Bank is a leading African banking group focused on emerging markets globally. It has been a mainstay of South Africa's financial system for 150 years, and now spans 16 countries across the African continent.

Standard Bank is a firm believer in technical innovation, to help us guarantee exceptional client service and leading edge financial solutions. Our growing global success reflects our commitment to the latest solutions, the best people, and a uniquely flexible and vibrant working culture. To help us drive our success into the future, we are looking for resourceful individuals to join our dedicated team at our offices.

Job Description:

Ref ID: 80373753A-0001
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time 

Job Description

• To work directly with the Dispute Resolution Team to fulfil their role of managing the litigation portfolio of the HoldCo and other subsidiaries. 
• In addition to this, the incumbent is expected to ensure that support the legal risk management function for the HoldCo and other subsidiaries.

Requirements:

Qualifications and Skills:

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors-in-Law from a university as well as the Nigerian Law School required. Proof of payment of the annual lawyer’s practicing fee required.

Minimum Experience:
Dispute Resolution:

• Minimum of six years experience in the Legal Services Department of a financial institution or a reputable law firm.
• Proven experience in dispute resolution and the provision of legal advice, drafting, vetting, review, dissemination and/or negotiation, with at least 5 years' experience within the legal and/or financial sectors. Identification and mitigation of legal risk. 

Behavioral Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Documenting Facts
• Establishing Rapport
• Resolving Conflict
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Litigation Practice
• Dispute Resolution
• Financial Industry Regulatory Framework.

Salary

Application Closing Date: 08th April, 2025

Company Website

Application Instructions:

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Stanbic IBTC on www.standardbank.com to apply