Head Legal / Company Secretary

The Head Legal / Company Secretary will lead the Group’s legal and compliance functions, advising the Board and senior management on governance, regulatory matters, and legal risk. This role ensures that all subsidiaries operate within the law, manages corporate governance processes, and supports business transactions with sound legal oversight.

* Act as the principal legal advisor to the Board and executive leadership

* Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents

* Offer practical guidance on operational, commercial, and strategic issues

* Conduct research and provide legal opinions on corporate, regulatory, and commercial matters

* Track changes in legislation and regulation, ensuring organizational adherence

* Manage regulatory submissions, license renewals, and communications with authorities

* Implement and maintain compliance systems across all subsidiaries

* Coordinate and oversee litigation, working with external counsel and maintaining case records

* Identify potential legal risks and propose strategies to minimize exposure

* Contribute legal expertise during audits, risk assessments, and internal reviews

* Liaise with internal teams, regulators, and external advisors to resolve legal and compliance challenges

* Respond to inquiries from regulators or other external parties

* Guide and mentor junior legal staff to strengthen team capacity

* Foster a culture of compliance, ethics, and strong corporate governance

* HND or Bachelor’s Degree in Law

* At least 8 years post-call experience, preferably within the financial services sector or related industries

* Proven track record in a senior legal role in regulated environments, ideally within a financial holding company

* Deep understanding of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and financial services law

* Strong ability to provide strategic legal counsel to executives and board members

* Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills

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