Legal Officer

About Afghanistan International Bank

From its inception in 2004, AIB’s mission has been to foster economic development in the country, be a catalyst for growth, and ultimately contribute to the prosperity of Afghanistan and its people. Afghanistan International Bank is the country’s leading bank, and one of the most trusted and respected institutions in Afghanistan. Our success has been enabled by our unwavering focus on international best practices in corporate governance, financial, and risk management - including anti-money laundering and ‘know your customer’ procedures. This is overlaid by industry-leading customer service, operations, information technology, and internal controls. Despite the challenging backdrop over the last decade, we have successfully become a positive emblem for achievement, governance, and transformation. Now in our second decade of operation, we remain committed to enabling a better future for Afghanistan and we are proud to play a role in shaping the opportunities that lie ahead. AIB believes in developing its people through continuous investment in training and giving larger opportunities to those who grow with the bank. With professional management team, ensuring high standards of corporate governance and a professional work environment where every manager is committed to train and develop his people is what makes AIB an employer of choice.

Job Summary

The Legal Officer position is an important incumbent in the legal department of the bank (Herat Branch), which performs under direct supervision of Head of Legal, that provide legal assistance for operational banking, and attend court matters regarding the NPL cases. He /she is responsible to assist in reviewing agreements, memos, official letters to Government and NGOs, and other legal documents before signing and execution.

Duties & Responsibilities

MAJOR ACTIVITIES:

1. Banking Operations Legal Support:

• Follow up of the legal cases which are under process with the courts, rights department and other related authorities all over the Afghanistan provinces.
• Reply to the governmental and nongovernmental inquiry letters and official letter with coordination of the legal department.
• Preparing and drafting letters for creation or releasing of Registered Mortgages (Tazmin Khat).
•  Attend court matters regarding registered and relinquishing of Registered Mortgage.
• Assist in providing legal support to the bank’s day-to-day operations based on applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Assist in reviewing the legal manuals and report, court judgments, changes in judicial systems and amendments in various statutes and legislation, promulgation of new laws, regulations, presidential degrees, by-laws and orders.
• Onsite and offsite assessment of the properties which need to come under mortgage against the client’s facilities.

2. Contract Management:

• Assist in reviewing agreements, contracts and memorandum of understandings before signing and executions.
• Assist in drafting agreements, contracts, memorandum of understandings and other legal documents on needed basis.

3. Cooperation & Communication:

• Translate Legal documents or any other documents as required by Head of Legal Department.

4. Other related Assignment:

• Other duties related to Legal Department.

Job Requirements

• Knowledge: Bachelor degree in Law, and considerable knowledge of the Banking Law and Company Law, legal principles and practices, legal drafting principles and practices and Afghanistan’s Legal System and functioning of courts.

• Skills and abilities: Must be familiar with the Legal System of Afghanistan, specifically Knowledge of banking Law, Other Regulations related to Corporate and Banking Sector of the country.  computer-literate, fluent in both written and spoken English, and official languages of country Dari and Pashto, Research and investigative skills required, Understanding of State Laws and Regulations, the applicant should also have ability to identify potential problem areas and appropriately assist Legal Manager as needed, Ability to review and understand complex legal documents and prepare responses/documents in response. Strong organizational, prioritization, analytical, written and verbal communication skills are required, the applicant should be proficient in use of IT applications and systems including but not limited to familiarity with Microsoft Office. Proven ability to meet stringent deadlines and adapt to changing priorities, operating in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Excellence in drafting; ability to present information in written and oral form clearly and effectively, Ability to define problems, and collect relevant information and apply relevant legal principles to relevant factual situations.

Submission Guideline

AIB is committed to a diverse workforce and encourage all eligible local applicants, irrespective of gender, disability, culture, religious and ethnic backgrounds to apply.

Interested individuals can apply using the below link:

https://aib.zohorecruit.com/jobs/Careers/584743000006086001/Legal-Officer-Herat-Branch?source=CareerSite

Short-listed candidates whose applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for written test and interview. If you did not receive a response within two-four weeks after closing date, it means you are not shortlisted 

We are highly encouraging qualified and eligible disable candidates to apply.

Functional Area

Banking

Countries

Afghanistan

Provinces

Herat

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