Legal Manager

• Manage and oversee all litigation matters involving the Bank including civil commercial and recovery-related cases.
  
• Liaise and coordinate with external advocates and ensure effective representation of the Bank in court and other dispute resolution forums.
  
• Monitor progress of ongoing cases and provide regular updates to management.
  
• Review pleadings legal opinions and court documents prepared by external counsel.
  
• Develop litigation strategies to protect the Banks interests and minimize legal risk.
  
• Maintain an updated litigation register and ensure proper documentation of all cases.
  

• Review draft and advise on security documentation related to credit facilities including: o Debentures o Charges over assets o Mortgages o Guarantees and indemnities o Assignments
  
• Ensure proper perfection and registration of securities with relevant authorities (e.g. BRELA Ministry of Lands etc.).
  
• Provide legal support to the Credit and Corporate Banking teams on structuring and documentation of facilities.
  
• Ensure the Banks interests are adequately secured in all lending transactions.
  

• Provide legal advice to internal stakeholders on banking operations contracts and regulatory compliance.
  
• Review and draft commercial agreements contracts and internal policies.
  
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws Bank of Tanzania regulations and internal policies.
  
• Identify legal risks and provide practical mitigation measures.
  

• Assist in company secretariat matters including preparation of board papers minutes and resolutions where required.
  
• Support compliance with corporate governance requirements and regulatory filings.
  
• Assist with regulatory correspondence and approvals where necessary.
  

• Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the banking sector.
  
• Ensure the Banks practices and documentation comply with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.
  
• Support implementation of regulatory directives affecting the Bank.
  

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in law (LLB).
  
• Admission to the Bar / Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania.
  
• Minimum 57 years of relevant legal experience preferably in banking financial services or a reputable law firm.
  
• Experience in banking litigation and loan/security documentation is essential.
  
• Experience in company secretariat and corporate governance matters.
  
• Experience dealing with Bank of Tanzania regulatory requirements