Legal Officer- Islamic Banking at Equity Bank Limited

Equity Bank is one of the region's leading banks whose purpose is to transform the lives and livelihoods of the people of Africa socially and economically by availing them modern, inclusive financial services that maximize their opportunities. With a strong footprint in Kenya, Uganda and Southern Sudan, Equity Bank is now home to more than 7.3 million customers, the largest customer base in the Eastern African Region.

The Bank scouts for talented, creative and innovative team players who are excited by the opportunity of pushing the frontiers of the ever evolving microfinance industry, growing our services, delighting our customers and contributing to our community.

Legal Officer- Islamic

Job Purpose:  Reporting to the General Manager, Legal Services,  the successful candidate will work within the  Bank's Legal Department and report to the General Manager-Legal Services with a dotted line to the Head of Islamic Banking.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing and vetting demand letters, statutory notices, pleadings, affidavits and other relevant litigation documents.
• Work closely with the Sharia board, sharia board advisor and Head of Islamic business from time to time.
• Drafting and reviewing templates, standard forms, service level agreements, contracts, security documents and other relevant documents.
• Liaising with the Bank's Legal service providers and ensuring external legal activities are coordinated effectively.
• Undertaking legal research and writing legal opinions on legal matters affecting the operations Bank.
• Reviewing legislation.
• Prepare presentations, monthly and other Ad hoc Data reports which will be used by various departments within the bank.
• Assisting the General Manager of legal services with other assigned duties

Desired Skills and Experience

• At least an O-Level pass of C+
• Undergraduate degree in law.
• Should have at least 1 – 2 years' experience in the banking industry.
• Knowledge of Sharia Accounting Principles & IFRS standards
• Knowledge of the structure of Islamic financing contracts, understanding of Sharia banking operations, procedures and processes.
• Advanced IT skills in Microsoft Office - Excel, Sql, Access and PowerPoint

Desired Competencies

• Excellent communication (Oral and written) and excellent presentation skills.
• Excellent presentation and analytical skills.
• Ability to work with speed, accuracy and attentive to detail
• Team player
• Strong planning and organization

If you meet the above requirements, please submit your application together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae quoting the job you are applying for to jobs@equitybank.co.ke by 23 August 2014.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Equity Bank is an equal opportunity employer.

We value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights, values and what they bring to the workplace.