Lates Jobs at PalmPay

We are seeking an entry level or junior lawyer to join our Legal team’s Dispute Resolution unit. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing expert legal advice and strategic guidance on matters related to commercial, corporate, and financial laws. This role requires a strong understanding of the financial industry, along with the relevant laws and regulations that govern it.

Key Responsibilities:

• Litigation Management: Oversee, review, and provide expert legal advice on all court processes received by the company.
• Legal Research & Compliance: Conduct thorough research on relevant laws and regulations to ensure compliance and mitigate legal risks.
• Legal Advisory: Analyze legal issues, provide sound legal advice, and develop strategic solutions to address them effectively.
• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate administrative agreements and other legal documents to protect the company’s interests.
• Regulatory Compliance: Monitor legal and regulatory developments, advising the organization on their implications.
• Regulatory Engagement: Act as a liaison with regulatory bodies, ensuring seamless communication and compliance when required.
• Documentation & Record-Keeping: Maintain an organized record of all legal documents and data for easy retrieval and reference

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in law and Certificate of Call to Bar
• 1-2 years relevant legal experience
• Knowledge of commercial, corporate and financial laws
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Advisory skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Proficiency in MS Office

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The Legal Officer will play a crucial role in reviewing and drafting commercial contracts, including but not limited to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with banks, switches, micro-finance banks, Other Financial Institutions (OFIs), etc. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in the banking or fintech industry, particularly in reviewing and drafting commercial contracts.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research and review relevant laws and regulations.
• Analyze legal issues and develop strategies to resolve them
• Draft, review and negotiate all types of commercial contracts and other legal documents
• Provide legal advice, guidance and recommendations to the Company on various matters
• Monitor legal developments and advise on the implications for the organization
• Liaise with external counsels, LEAs and regulatory bodies when required
• Assist in the development and implementation of legal policies and procedures
• Maintain records of all legal documents and data
• Minute writing

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Law. A Master’s degree in Business & Commercial Law or other relevant certifications will be advantageous.
• Core experience in drafting, negotiating, and managing SLAs, contracts with banks, vendors, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience, with at least three (3) years focused on reviewing and drafting commercial contracts.
• Strong knowledge of commercial law, corporate law, and fintech regulations.
• Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing).
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a strategic approach to risk assessment and management.
• Proficiency in legal research and Microsoft Office Suite.