Monitoring changes in relevant legislation and regulatory environment and taking timely and appropriate action and advising the management on relevant changes.  

Draft and review reports and other legal documents including but not limited to agreements and legal opinions.  

Proceeding action against those who default the agreements and preparation of documents required for court cases.  

Providing legal opinions/advice to the management and other departments. 

Preparing documents for litigation and other purposes of unit.  

Formulate policies and procedures as instructed by the supervisor and review work methods and procedures as instructed by the supervisor.  

Representing Corporation in legal proceedings.  

Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time. 

Minimum MQA level 7/8 qualification in Law or, 

Minimum MQA level 5/6 qualification in Law with Minimum 5-year hands on experience in relevant field. 

Must have a license to practice in superior level courts.  

Capable of examining legal data to determine advisability of defending and claiming lawsuit.  

Ability to organize and coordinate the paralegal activities of a specific work area.  

Strong verbal and written communication skills in both Dhivehi and English. 

Should be familiar with Microsoft office package and any other software relevant.  

Good interpersonal skills and proven ability to work in a highly team-oriented environment.  

Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.  

Time management skills and able to prioritize the tasks. 

In-depth knowledge of local business environment. 

Experience in the banking or financial services industry. 

Gross pay between MVR 19,000 – MVR 20,000 depending on the Qualification and Experience. 

The selected applicant will be required to work from 0800 to 1600 on weekdays.   

Complete and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).  

Copy of National Identity Card.  

Copies of academic certificates with transcripts. 

All international certificates must be accredited from MQA 

Reference letters from current/ previous employers certifying type of employment, job roles and service period.  

Recommendation letters from previous supervisors or employers (optional).  

Required documents should be submitted using the link: https://sdfcmv.aidaform.com/job-application-form-senior-legal-officer  before 6thOctober 2021, 14:00hours.  

Incomplete applications will be rejected without further notice. 

Applications should be submitted only via the given link, applications received via email will be rejected. 

Only short-listed candidates will be notified for interview.