Head of Legal Division (EVP to SEVP)

Job Description

Title: Head of Legal Division (EVP to SEVP)

Company Name: Bank Asia Limited

Vacancy: 1

Job Location: Dhaka

Employment Status: Full-time

Educational Requirements:
∎ Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and Master of Laws (LL.M) degree in Law.
∎ No third class will be accepted.

Experience Requirements:
∎ At least 20 year(s)

Job Responsibilities:
∎ Develop and implement the legal strategy for Bank Asia in alignment with organizational goals.
∎ Provide timely and strategic legal advice to the management on a wide range of issues, including regulatory compliance, contracts, and corporate governance.
∎ Stay abreast of changes in banking and financial regulations to ensure the bank's compliance.
∎ Develop and implement policies and procedures to mitigate legal and regulatory risks.
∎ Review, draft, and negotiate various contracts and agreements to protect the bank's interests.
∎ Ensure that all contracts comply with legal requirements and are in the best interest of the bank.
∎ Manage and oversee litigation matters involving the bank.
∎ Work closely with external legal counsel to represent the bank in legal proceedings and negotiate settlements when necessary.
∎ Advise on corporate governance matters and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
∎ Support the Board of Directors, various committees and Management in their legal responsibilities.
∎ Conduct training sessions for employees to enhance legal awareness and compliance.
∎ Collaborate with other departments to ensure a culture of legal compliance and ethics throughout the organization.

Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at least 40 years
∎ Degree from a reputable law school.
∎ Membership in the Bar Association and a valid license to practice law.
∎ Minimum of 20 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the banking or financial services industry.
∎ In-depth knowledge of banking and financial regulations, corporate law, and litigation management.
∎ Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Salary: Negotiable

Job Source: Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.

Application Deadline: 12 Dec 2023

Company Information:
∎ 28 Nov 2023
∎ Bank Asia Limited
∎ Address : Bank Asia Tower, 32 & 34, Kazi Nazrul Islam Avenue, Karwan Bazar, Dhaka
∎ Business : Bank

Category: Bank/Non-Bank Fin. Institution

: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.The Management of the Bank reserves the right to accept or reject any application.Candidates possessing the required skills and qualifications may apply online through https://www.bankasia-bd,com>career>available jobs or www.bdjobs.com

Source: bdjobs.com

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