Advisor, Legal, Dispute Resolution at Stanbic IBTC

Stanbic IBTC Holdings PLC is a full service financial services group with a clear focus on three main business pillars – Corporate and Investment Banking, Personal and Business Banking and Wealth Management.
Stanbic IBTC Bank legally became part of Standard Bank Group 24th August 2007. The Standard Bank Group merged its Nigerian operations, Stanbic Bank Nigeria with that of IBTC Chartered Bank PLC. Stanbic IBTC Bank is a major financial service provider engaged in personal banking, business banking, credit cards, corporate banking, non-interest banking and wealth and investment banking in Nigeria.

We offer all our clients a wide range of personal & commercial banking products through over 180 branches spread across every state in Nigeria and our online banking platforms.
We offer current, savings, and domiciliary accounts; personal loans, vehicle and asset finance; MasterCard debit cards, Visa credit cards; home loans; internet banking; small and medium scale enterprise (SME) loans and the award-winning *909# MobileMoney.
We cater for both individuals and businesses through carefully designed retail and business banking products. We also offer self-service channels powered by sophisticated technology to bring convenient banking to customers.
Our clients can also get custodial services through Stanbic Nominees Nigeria Limited, our custody arm and non-pension asset custodian, acting in a nominee capacity for clients’ transactions in securities and other investments.
We are a key player in financial inclusion and are poised to take banking to the doorsteps of our customers; taking care of the banking needs of different categories of persons and businesses.Job Description

To work directly with the Dispute Resolution Team to fulfil their role of managing the litigation portfolio of Stanbic IBTC Holdings PLC (the HoldCo), Stanbic IBTC Bank Limited, and other subsidiaries of the Group. In addition to this, the incumbent is expected to provide adequate support for the legal risk management function for the HoldCo and other subsidiaries as well as managing potential litigation complaints.

Key Responsibilities

Liaison with external Solicitors and monitoring their handling of litigation involving the Group or any of its subsidiaries.
Function as the Group’s witness in relevant litigation cases and/or representing the Group at mediation/dispute resolution sessions.
Manage the Group’s compliance with court orders including Garnishee Proceedings.
Manage Clients complaints referred to the Legal Department on matters which could lead to potential litigation
Maintain the Litigation Schedules and other relevant schedules of the HoldCo and other subsidiaries

Qualifications

Bachelors-in-Law from a university (LLB) as well as the Nigerian Law School (B.L) required

Experience

4 – 8 years in the Legal Services Department of a financial institution or a reputable law firm

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

Taking Action
Upholding Standards
Resolving Conflict
Interacting with People
Examining Information

Technical Competencies:

Litigation practice
Banking & relevant regulations
Banking & regulatory environment
Knowledge of Banking & Financial Services business