About
This role sits at the intersection of law, banking, governance, and strategy, supporting the Legal and Company Secretariat Division in ensuring compliance, managing risk, and driving legal excellence.
Job Description
▪️ Manage securities documentation and support credit transactions
▪️ Draft and review loan agreements, guarantees, and legal instruments
▪️ Provide legal advisory and conduct due diligence
▪️ Supervise litigation and coordinate external solicitors
▪️ Oversee Board & Committee secretarial functions
▪️ Handle regulatory filings and ensure compliance
▪️ Manage legal risks, intellectual property, and regulatory engagements
▪️ Support and lead team performance and delivery
Qualifications & Requirements
✔️ LL.B. and B.L. with valid practicing certificate
✔️ Minimum of 7 years post-call experience
✔️ Strong background in banking, financial services, or corporate law
✔️ Proven experience in legal documentation, compliance, and litigation management
✔️ Prior leadership experience is an added advantage
✔️ Membership of professional bodies like NBA, ICSAN, CIBN, CIArb, SCGN is desirable
💡 Ideal Candidate
▪️ Strategic thinker with strong legal judgment
▪️ Detail-oriented and compliance-driven
▪️ Able to operate in a high-stakes financial environment
How to Apply
Apply
Send your CV to:
📧 recruitment@tatumbank.com
📝 Subject: Application – Legal Officer