Legal Officer – Fido
- Accra
- Permanent
- Full-time
Fido empowers millions across Africa to take control of their finances with ease. As a leader in cutting-edge financial technology, Fido clears the way for building credit, securing instant loans, making smart investments, and obtaining tailored insurance. No banker's hours, no hidden fees-just endless opportunities.From city centers to rural communities, Fido is breaking barriers and creating financial freedom, providing access to innovative tools and services that foster growth and empowerment. By leveraging advanced technology, Fido is shaping a future of opportunity and financial inclusion across the continent.Join the team and be a part of leading this transformative change, driving impact where it matters most.What you will do
The Legal Officer will provide legal and regulatory support to ensure the financial institution operates in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. The role will support contract management, legal advisory, litigation, and regulatory engagements while mitigating legal risks to the institution.Key Responsibilities:
1. Legal Advisory & Documentation
- Provide sound legal advice to management and business units on matters relating to the institution's operations, products, and services.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, service level agreements, NDAs, MOUs, and other legal documents.
- Monitor legal developments and advise on emerging risks and changes in laws that affect the institution.
- Ensure compliance with relevant financial sector laws, including regulations issued by the Bank of Ghana, Data Protection Commission, and other regulatory bodies.
- Support in preparing regulatory filings, and responses to queries from regulators.
- Assist in the implementation of internal policies and corporate governance best practices.
- Liaise with external counsel on ongoing litigation and dispute resolution matters.
- Coordinate documentation, prepare briefs, and represent the institution's interest in dispute matters.
- Assist in the organization of Board and Committee meetings, including drafting resolutions, taking minutes, and maintaining statutory registers.
- Ensure the institution remains compliant with Companies Act requirements and good corporate governance principles.
- Identify potential legal risks and recommend appropriate preventive strategies.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) and qualification to practice law (i.e., BL from Ghana School of Law).
- Minimum 2-5 years post-qualification experience, preferably in a financial institution, law firm, or regulatory body.
- Sound knowledge of financial services regulations, corporate law, and contract law.
- Experience in commercial litigation and regulatory engagement is an added advantage.
- Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- High ethical standards and integrity.
- Attention to detail and ability to work independently or in a team.
- Analytical mindset.
- Goal-oriented with a strong track of meeting targets and KPIs.
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