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2022 African Export Import Bank Recruits Manager, Legal (Project & Asset Finance)-Apply Now

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Job Overview:

2022 African Export Import Bank Recruits Manager, Legal (Project & Asset Finance)-Apply Now

Responsibilities:

• Core assignment is in supporting the coordination of the Bank’s internal and external legal capacities in the performance of its legal function and working with internal legal staff and external parties as approved by Management;
• In addition to this is the  preparation of a variety of legal documentation including transaction documentation designed to protect the interests of the Bank as lender, borrower, co-lender, service user or provider and in a wide range of other capacities;
• Again, he/she will be involved in the Negotiation of legal documents with the Bank’s legal counter-parties and under the guidance of Management;
• Thereby, providing legal advice to staff and  management  in all areas of the Bank’s activities and proffering solutions to legal problems, risks, constraints, options, consequences and approaches;
• Furthermore, assist in the review of legal documentation prepared for the Bank or arising from the work of the Bank;
• Consequently, He/she will be  representing the Bank internally and externally in dispute negotiation, consultations and other proceedings that require legal representation;
• Therewith, participating in legal aspects of the Bank’s business and lending as well as borrowing operations including loan administration and various committees as management may specify; and
• Any other responsibilities as assigned by senior management.

Requirements:

Qualification and Skill

• In the first instance, a degree in Law with excellent academics and either a relevant post-graduate degree from a recognised University or a Diploma in Legal practice from a recognised school in lieu.
• Essentially, French law or similar civil law qualifications and experience will be required for this role;
• Additionally, a professional legal practice and experience 8 years minimum, with particular emphasis on the financial services industry is essential.
• Good  experience in handling documentation of cross-border trade and project finance business will be an advantage
• Good communication skills  and function in a culturally diverse and change oriented setting with good knowledge of banking practices in Africa;
• In addition, Ability to interact with  corporate, senior officials of banks and governments and to present legal advice on various management issues to the Bank’s senior management and the Board;
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and French. Knowledge of the Bank’s other working languages is an added advantage (Arabic and Portuguese);
• So as to possess strong skills in drafting a variety of legal documents and communicating complex issues clearly and concisely
• Furthermore, familiarity with  project finance and trade  issues, treasury issues and transnational transactions is desirable
• Highly  experienced in advising on all legal aspects of structuring, drafting and executing project finance transactions
• Again must possess ability to work in a fast pace environment with quick turnaround expectations
•  With excellent negotiating skills and capacity to work with other professionals including non-legal professionals to develop innovative solutions to conflicting interests and positions
• Showing willingness to assume multiple roles and tasks to meet changing business needs with ability to foresee, troubleshoot and effectively resolve conflicting issues and challenges; and
• Consequently, shows demonstrated leadership capabilities, including ability to organize and manage human resources to attain goals.

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Contractual information:

• Permanent appointment
• Ability and Willing  to relocate to Egypt
• Suitably qualified candidates from all African nationalities are encouraged to apply

How to Apply

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Deacon Anekperechi Nworgu, a seasoned economist who transitioned into a chartered accountant, auditor, tax practitioner, and business consultant, brings with him a wealth of industry expertise spanning over 37 years.