Company Brief
Databank is the leading investment firm in Ghana. Our mission is to help Ghanaians achieve financial independence by providing financial literacy and offering a diverse range of investment products and services. This leadership role has been driven by proven investment expertise and a strong sales and marketing team.
Databank offers investors a range of products and services that include wealth management, institutional funds management, Pension funds management, brokerage services, corporate finance, and research services.
Our Legal Department, which is a registered Chamber is seeking a self-motivated and innovative person for the role of a Senior Legal Officer to join the Team.
Job Description
Listed below are all the Responsibilities and Qualification
Responsibilities
Work with the legal team in the continuous development and implementation of the Group’s regulatory compliance program.
• Engage in the implementation and regular review of regulatory changes to the Group’s regulatory compliance program.
• Advice on legal actions by the company or against the company and liaise with External Counsel when required.
• Draft and review legal contracts, agreements and other documents as required by the Group.
• Provide Company Secretarial services for the Group.
• Assist the Head of Legal and other legal officers in the provision of legal advice to the Group to serve both internal and external clients on a broad range of legal matters.
• Carry out research and prepare memoranda and/or legal opinions on various areas of the law assigned.
• Manage legal and regulatory risk and liaise with relevant Departments to ensure that where legal risks have been identified, appropriate courses of action have been taken.
• Handle complaints against the Group and any associated legal and regulatory issues.
• Carry out any other assignments given by Head of Legal from time to time.
Qualifications
• LLB from a recognized University
• Must be at least 7 years at the Ghana Bar.
• Completion of the GSE Securities Courses will be an advantage.
Competencies
• Must have experience in civil litigation and courtroom practice.
• Must have sound knowledge of The Companies’ Act, laws relevant to the business environment and all the laws and regulations relating to the capital markets and securities industry.
• Must have a good understanding of the Constitution of Ghana and other laws relevant to the business environment.
• Must be computer literate.
• Good sense of judgment and ability to quickly identify potential risks within our business.
• Use the initiative to execute assigned responsibilities.
Application Deadline
There is no deadline set for this job position at the time of publishing but be sure to get in touch with the business for further details.
How To apply
To apply for this position at DataBank as the Senior Legal Officer, send you CV and application letter to:
Head Office
61 Barnes Road Adabraka, Accra
Private Mail Bag, Ministries Post Office
Accra, Ghana
Tel: 0302 610610
E-mail: info@databankgroup.com