Head of Legal Unit at Guaranty Trust Bank

The Bank is currently seeking to employ an experienced lawyer who is interested in building a career in a corporate institution for its Legal unit.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

•  Oversee the activities of the legal unit to ensure general compliance of the Bank with applicable laws and regulations
•  Provide legal advise on various aspects of law affecting the Bank
•  Represent and/or ensure legal representation of the bank when summoned
•  Review title documents and search reports and advise thereon
•  Manage the resolution of disputes as well as relationships with external solicitors
•  Assist with company secretarial duties as and when required

Qualification Required & Experience

•  The successful candidate should have:
•  Been called to the Ghana Bar
•  A Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) with a minimum of a second class lower
•  A minimum of 8-10 years working experience as a lawyer

The ideal candidate must:

•  Be a team player and possess good communication, negotiation and analytical skills
•  Command presence, demonstrate sound decision-making and judgement (capabilities, intergrity, professionalism, resilience and be self driven.

Location: Accra