Officer / Senior Officer - Legal Department

• 1 to 4 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Investment/Merchant Banking, Law Firm, Banks

• LL.B. (Honours) or LL.M. from a recognized university with good academic records.

• Enrollment as an Advocate with the Bangladesh Bar Council will be an added advantage.

• 1 to 4 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Investment/Merchant Banking, Law Firm, Banks

Experience:

• Relevant experience in banks, NBFIs, microfinance institutions or other financial or legal organizations is a must.

• Candidates currently based in Chattogram, or with sound knowledge of the local courts and legal environment, will be given preference.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Working knowledge of the Artha Rin Adalat Ain, Negotiable Instruments Act, Contract Act, Registration Act, Limitation Act, Companies Act and other applicable laws and regulations.

• Practical understanding of land documentation, legal vetting, mortgage procedures and litigation management.

• Ability to coordinate effectively with panel lawyers, courts, land offices and other external stakeholders.

• Strong legal drafting, analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.

• Good written and spoken communication skills in Bangla and English; proficiency in Microsoft Office.

• Professional integrity, teamwork, ability to manage multiple assignments and commitment to deadlines.

IIDFC PLC, a non-bank financial institution (NBFI) in Bangladesh, invites applications from qualified, self-motivated and result-oriented Bangladeshi professionals for its Legal Affairs function at the Chattogram Branch.

Reporting Line: Reports to the Branch Line Manager & Head of Branch.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, prepare, review and execute legal documents, agreements and other legal instruments.

• Examine and verify title deeds, land records, mortgage documents and other security-related documentation.

• Conduct title searches and provide legal opinions on land and property-related matters.

• Prepare and issue legal notices, demand notices and legal correspondence.

• Monitor litigation and follow up on recovery cases, particularly proceedings under the Artha Rin Adalat Ain.

• Coordinate with panel lawyers on case filing, hearings, progress, documentation and disposal.

• Liaise with courts, land and sub-registrar offices, government authorities, banks and other financial institutions.

• Support branch operations in addressing legal, recovery and security-documentation matters.

• Maintain organized records of legal documents, court cases and case-status updates.

• Work closely with the Recovery/SAM Department on legal matters relating to loan recovery and settlement.

• Perform other duties assigned by the Department or Management.

• Attractive salary and benefits based on qualifications and experience.

• Two weekly holidays.

• Provident Fund (PF) and Gratuity Fund (GF).

• Medical insurance coverage.

• Other allowances and benefits as per company policy.

• Training and career development opportunities.