Loan Documentation & Perfection At Wema Bank Plc

  • Full Time
  • Marina, Lagos
  • NOT SPECIFIED NGN / Month

Wema Bank Plc

Wema Bank Plc, a renowned and resilient indigenous bank in Nigeria, has a rich legacy of providing a full range of valuable banking and financial advisory services to the Nigerian public. We are committed to excellence and continuously expanding our operations. Join us and be part of a dynamic team that shapes the future of banking.

Position: Loan Documentation & Perfection Personnel

Location: Marina, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Wema Bank is looking to hire a skilled and motivated Attorney to join our Documentation and Advisory team. This exciting opportunity is ideal for a junior-level attorney with a passion for detailed legal work in a fast-paced environment. In this role, you will play a key part in perfecting the bank’s securities and properties, reviewing documentation for credit requests, and collaborating with our business teams on legal matters.

As a Loan Documentation & Perfection Personnel, you will work closely with the Team Lead, Documentation and Legal Advisory, and contribute to the efficient and effective documentation process of credit transactions. This full-time position is based at our Headquarters in Marina, Lagos.

Key Responsibilities
  • Managing the Bank’s Perfection Portfolio:
    Ensure thorough knowledge and application of land-related laws, company laws, and regulations. Oversee the registration procedures and documentation required for the perfection of various security types.
  • Reviewing Credit Documentation:
    Review loan disbursement requests to ensure compliance with the bank’s credit policies and document structure. Apply your knowledge of different financial transactions to ensure proper documentation.
  • Providing Legal Advice:
    Offer legal advice to internal business partners on transactions, regulatory compliance, and credit policies to ensure sound decision-making.
  • Coordination with External Solicitors:
    Manage the outsourcing of instructions to external solicitors for the perfection of the bank’s interest in securities and properties. Monitor and coordinate the performance of solicitors handling perfection briefs.
  • Corporate and Property Searches:
    Conduct corporate and property searches as required for legal purposes.
Qualifications
  • Minimum of Second Class (Upper Division) in Law from an accredited university.
  • Professional Qualification/License to practice Law in Nigeria.
  • Master’s degree or a relevant professional qualification will be an advantage.
  • Strong understanding of Nigerian laws, regulations, and the banking industry.
  • Ability to independently manage tasks with high attention to detail and the ability to lead a team.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Required Skills
  • In-depth understanding of legal analysis, regulatory frameworks, and the application of laws.
  • Proficiency in drafting, reviewing, and providing legal opinions on contracts and documents.
  • Ability to independently manage cases and legal strategies with minimal supervision.
  • Strong communication skills to explain complex legal matters to non-legal professionals.

Application Deadline:
16th April, 2025

To apply for this job please visit wemabank.seamlesshiring.com.

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