Description
Job Summary
The Senior Legal Officer is responsible for conducting legal research on various issues to ensure that the Bank’s decisions are lawful. This role mainly involves handling litigation, providing legal opinions, drafting and reviewing internal legal documents, and assessing laws, regulations, and directives related to the regulatory and supervisory functions of the National Bank of Rwanda. The Senior Legal Officer shall be reporting to the Manager, Legal Services in Legal Counsel Department.
Key duties and Responsibilities;
- Participate in the drafting and /or review of the legal and regulatory framework governing the financial sector under NBR’s supervision.
- Translate and/or harmonize legal language for laws, regulations, and internal documents related to regulated institutions;
- Draft legal opinions to be addressed to the Bank Management and Directorates/Departments on various legal issues;
- Prepare various types of correspondence as required;
- raft and review internal rules, policies, guidelines, service orders, and contracts/MoUs between the Bank and third parties to assess legal implications and ensure compliance with statutory and legal requirements;
- Represent the Bank in litigation, defending its interests before courts and other institutions;
- Draft court submissions and complaints on matters concerning the Bank;
- Draft and submit litigation status reports;
- Liaise with external lawyers, including bailiffs and receivers, to ensure their responsibilities are properly executed;
- Interpret and provide commentary on international, regional, and national legal instruments;
- Represent the Bank and Legal Counsel department in meetings with other institutions, including committee meetings;
- Conduct legal research to support department activities;
- Keep Management informed of new laws and regulations that may impact the Bank activities
Qualifications, Experience and Skill
- At least a Master’s degree in Law
- A Diploma in Legislative Drafting or a Diploma in Legal Practice
- At least three (3) years’ experience in the legislative drafting or legal affairs
- Proficiency in data protection and/or intellectual property is an added advantage
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills;
- Experience in working with a wide range of stakeholders and teams;
- Personal drive and effectiveness with ability to work under minimal supervision;
- Ability to consistently deliver quality and value within deadlines;
- High level of motivation, confidence, and integrity;
- Strong critical thinking skills and legal analytical skills;
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of English, French and Kinyarwanda is a valuable asse
: Rwanda Country-KIGALI CITY-Head Quarters
