Job type: Full-time

Location

Tanzania Head Office

Department

COMPANY SECRETARY

Number of openings

1

Job Purpose

The Legal Officer (Litigation) will be responsible for conducting and handling all litigation matters involving the organization. This includes developing litigation strategies, ensuring compliance with legal regulations, managing external counsel, and representing the organization in courts, tribunals, and other dispute resolution forums.

Principle Responsibilities

• Litigation Management:

Represent the organization in legal proceedings, including courts, arbitration, mediation, and tribunals. Draft, review, and file pleadings, affidavits, petitions, applications, and other court documents. Maintain accurate records of litigation cases and ensure timely updates to stakeholders.

• Legal Strategy and Risk Assessment:

Develop and implement litigation strategies to protect the organization’s interests. Conduct legal risk assessments and advise on potential liabilities in litigation matters. Provide legal opinions and recommendations to senior management.

• Coordination with External Counsel:

Liaise with external legal counsel and law firms  representing the Bank . Monitor performance and provide necessary inputs to external counsel. Ensure cost-effective litigation management and budget adherence.

• Compliance and Advisory:

Ensure all litigation matters comply with applicable laws and regulations. Advise internal teams on litigation risks and pre-emptive measures to mitigate exposure. Assist in drafting and reviewing legal policies and procedures.

• Research and Documentation:

Conduct legal research on case laws, statutes, and regulations relevant to ongoing or potential litigation. Maintain a comprehensive database of precedents, legal documents, and case histories.

• Dispute Resolution:

Participate in alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to resolve issues amicably. Negotiate settlements where applicable to reduce litigation risks and costs.

• Stakeholder Communication:

Act as a point of contact between internal stakeholders and the legal team for all litigation-related matters. Prepare and present reports to management on litigation status and outcomes.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor Degree in Law (LL.B) from a recognized University/Institution.
• Possession of a Master’s Degree will be an added advantage.
• Admission as Advocate of the High Court.
• Minimum of three (3) years working experience. 
• Excellent knowledge of all types of legal matters related to the operations of the Bank
• Excellent verbal and communication abilities in both English and kiswahili.
• Ability to adapt and work co-operatively and effectively
• Creative and analytical thinking to problem solving
• Strong litigation skills
• Strong relationship building and diplomatic interpersonal skills with sensitivity to the emotional, attitudinal and political aspects of the corporate life
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Excellent decision making abilities
• Be able to work long hours

CRDB Commitment

CRDB Bank is dedicated to upholding Sustainability and ESG practices and encourage applicants who share this commitment. The Bank also promotes an inclusive workplace, hence applications from women and individual with disabilities are encouraged.

It is important to note that CRDB Bank does not charge any fees for the application or recruitment process, and any requests for payment should be disregarded as they do not represent the bank’s practices.

Only Shortlisted Candidates will be Contacted.

Deadline

2025-01-06

Employment Terms

PERMANENT