Legal Advisor, Dispute Resolution at Stanbic IBTC

Job Description

To work directly with the Dispute Resolution Team to fulfil their role of managing the litigation portfolio of the HoldCo and other subsidiaries. In addition to this, the incumbent is expected to ensure that support the legal risk management function for the HoldCo and other subsidiaries.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors-in-Law from a university as well as the Nigerian Law School required. Proof of payment of the annual lawyer’s practicing fee required.

Minimum Experience 

Dispute Resolution

• Minimum of six years experience in the Legal Services Department of a financial institution or a reputable law firm.
• Proven experience in dispute resolution and the provision of legal advice, drafting, vetting, review, dissemination and/or negotiation, with at least 5 years' experience within the legal and/or financial sectors. Identification and mitigation of legal risk. 

Behavioral Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Documenting Facts
• Establishing Rapport
• Resolving Conflict
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Litigation Practice
• Dispute Resolution
• Financial Industry Regulatory Framework