Senior-level Financial Services Jobs in Africa

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Unified Payment

Head, Legal Services

Lagos

Nigeria

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Lagos

Nigeria

Stanbic IBTC Bank

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Ecobank Nigeria LTD

Head, Bancassurance

Lagos

Nigeria

Unified Payment

Financial Services

Head, Legal Services

Job details

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Description

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and Call to the Nigerian Bar (B.L).
  • Postgraduate degree (LL.M or MBA) and relevant professional certifications (e.g., ICSAN, IBA) will be an added advantage. Experience:
  • Minimum of 10 years post-call legal experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within the financial services, fintech, or a reputable commercial law firm.
  • Proven expertise in corporate and commercial law, contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, and governance.
  • Strong track record in managing complex legal matters and leading legal teams.
Responsibilities
  • Provide strategic legal guidance and support to the Company’s leadership on business decisions, transactions, and risk management.
  • Oversee the drafting, negotiation, and review of high-value and complex contracts to ensure the Company’s interests are protected.
  • Ensure proper governance, legal compliance, and risk management across all business operations and units.
  • Represent the Company in dealings with regulators, external counsel, and other stakeholders on legal and compliance matters.

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