Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.
To provide a comprehensive legal advisory service to multiple business areas in the Personal and Private Banking (PPB) unit, and to identify, manage and mitigate legal risks in respect of relevant bank products and services, in accordance with the legal entity mandate and regulatory requirements;
To implement the appropriate processes that facilitate the management of legal risk throughout the dispute resolution life cycle, so that the interests of the legal entity are adequately protected or defended;
Attend to court matters where necessary, manage objections during dispute proceedings, and ensure proper records of all objections are maintained;
Receive information pertaining to disputes/recoveries/instances where legal action may be required and assess claims based on the merit of information presented and establish whether a case for dispute/legal action exists;
Research case studies and legal precedent and assess the implications thereof so that the function's and industry knowledge may be leveraged;
Manage legal costs and minimise the spend on legal matters where possible;
Manage the relationship with attorneys and service providers with regard to instructions in terms of their mandate to proceed with legal action;
Use digitisation effectively to work smarter and faster on document reviews, effective filing of matters and sharing of information with peers;
Utilise the relevant technology requirements in order to drive the optimisation of work output.
Type of Qualification: First Degree, Advocate of the High Court of Zambia
Field of Study: Legal
Experience Required
Dispute Resolution
Legal
4-7 years
Proven experience in dispute resolution and the provision of legal advice, drafting, vetting, review, dissemination and/or negotiation, with at least 4 years within the legal and/or financial sectors, or a law firm in a dispute resolution role. Identification and mitigation of legal risk. At least 3 years' people management experience (not necessarily direct reports), where applicable.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Articulating Information
- Convincing People
- Documenting Facts
- Establishing Rapport
- Examining Information
- Interacting with People
- Managing Tasks
- Providing Insights
- Resolving Conflict
- Showing Composure
- Team Working
- Upholding Standards
Technical Competencies:
- Contract Management
- Court Processes and Procedures
- Dispute Resolution
- Financial Industry Regulatory Framework
- Legal Compliance
- Legal Drafting
- Legal Records Management
- Legal Research