DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Legal Function

Legal Research and Analysis:

• Conduct and present legal research on various topics related to real estate law, AML/CFT regulations, and other relevant legal areas.
• Analyze and interpret legislation, case law, and regulatory guidance to provide accurate and timely advice to internal stakeholders.

Contract Drafting and Review:

• Draft and review contracts, agreements, and other legal documents related to real estate transactions and compliance matters.
• Ensure contracts comply with legal requirements and company policies.

Legal Advisory

• Provide legal advice and guidance to internal clients on a wide range of legal matters, including but not limited to real estate transactions, regulatory compliance, and contractual issues.

Litigation

• Have oversight of the litigation registers
• Supervise legal assistants in relation to litigation coordination
• Ensure that litigation files are complete and up to date
• Review case pleadings

2.     Compliance Functions

• Take a leading role in AML/CFT compliance efforts related to real estate transactions.
• Provide guidance on client onboarding procedures including the identification of ultimate beneficial owners.
• Participate in the supervision and training of compliance analysts and legal assistants to ensure adherence to AML/CFT regulations.
• Advocate for and push forward the AML/CFT compliance agenda in appropriate forums.
• Assist with regulatory requests and inspections
• Assist in the digital transformation of the Compliance function
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and updating policies and procedures related to AML/CFT compliance and other regulatory requirements.
• Ensure policies and procedures align with legal and regulatory standards

3.     Training and Presentation Preparation

CANDIDATE PROFILE:

Qualifications Required:

• A Law degree from a reputable institution A masters’ degree would be an advantage.
• At least two years’ experience in similar position.
• Proven experience of AML/CFT is mandatory.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

Key competences (Knowledge, Skills, Attitudes, Behaviours)

• Knowledge of court procedures and law sources
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey complex legal concepts and requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and effectively interact with colleagues at all levels of the organization
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and ability to prioritize tasks
• Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines effectively.
• Strong work ethics
• High standards of confidentiality

 The management reserves the right to call only the best qualified candidates for the recruitment and selection exercise.