Job Summary
The Manager, Banking Legal Services (Banking & Finance – Anglophone) will be responsible for providing legal advisory services, overseeing financial transactions, and ensuring regulatory compliance to support Afreximbank’s banking operations. The role involves structuring and negotiating financial agreements, managing legal risks, and offering strategic guidance on banking and corporate finance matters.
The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in banking and finance law, structured trade finance, project finance, corporate lending, and international legal compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Legal Advisory & Transaction Support
- Provide legal advice on trade finance, corporate finance, project finance, and structured transactions.
- Draft and negotiate loan agreements, security documents, guarantees, syndicated financing agreements, and capital market transactions.
- Conduct legal due diligence on counterparties and transactions to ensure compliance with international standards.
- Assist in structuring transactions in accordance with English Common Law and international financial regulations.
- Monitor and analyze legal risks associated with trade finance, asset-based lending, and cross-border investments.
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure compliance with AML, Anti-Bribery, and Insider Trading laws in all legal transactions.
- Monitor and advise on regulatory developments affecting banking and finance law.
- Work with internal compliance teams to ensure adherence to corporate governance and risk management frameworks.
- Provide legal support for the Bank’s borrowings in international capital and money markets.
Dispute Resolution & Contract Management
- Handle litigation, dispute resolution, and enforcement of loan agreements.
- Represent Afreximbank in negotiations, consultations, and legal proceedings.
- Assist in resolving contract disputes and recovering non-performing assets.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
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Education:
- Postgraduate degree in Law from a recognized university.
- Diploma in Legal Practice from a recognized Bar Course.
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Experience:
- Minimum 8 years of experience in banking & finance law, structured trade finance, project finance, and corporate finance.
- Proven track record in handling legal documentation for cross-border transactions.
- Experience in working with financial institutions, international law firms, or corporate legal departments.
- Strong understanding of trade finance, capital markets, and corporate governance frameworks.
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Technical Skills & Knowledge:
- Strong legal drafting, contract negotiation, and advisory skills.
- Familiarity with banking regulations, risk management, and international financial law.
- Ability to interpret complex legal documents and analyze regulatory frameworks.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal risk management systems.
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Soft Skills:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (French, Arabic, or Portuguese is an advantage).
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with senior officials in banking, government, and financial institutions.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines, manage multiple legal projects, and provide strategic legal solutions.
- High attention to detail, integrity, and ability to function in a multicultural environment.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit their CVs to Afreximbank@robertwalters.com with the job title “Manager, Banking Legal Services (Banking & Finance – Anglophone)” clearly stated in the email subject line for proper consideration.