Vacancy for a Litigation Officer at Oscar Temple

Employment Nigeria 03-Aug-2017 ENUGU , Legal

POSITION : Litigation Officer

DESCRIPTION

Effective and proactive litigation portfolio management
Cost consciousness and savings in all negotiations for out of court settlement or Solicitors professional fees
Making recommendations to Management for matters to be resolved amicably, where applicable.
Deliver service synonymous with excellence and superior performance
Ensure efficient and effective synergy with Departments/Branches for improved turnaround time

Responsibilities

Effective and proactive litigation portfolio management
Training of Branches on litigation process and how to keep documentary evidence (Ongoing process)
Engage the services of Solicitors who have clout and a good knowledge of the law and relationship with the Judiciary
Attending settlement meetings and court proceedings
Ensure cost consciousness and savings in all negotiations for settlement out of court or payment of Solicitors fees
Make recommendations to Management for matters to be resolved amicably, where applicable
Collation of monthly returns on pending litigation

KPIs

Making recommendations to Management for matters to be resolved amicably, where applicable.
Build internal and external communication network between external Solicitors, Management and staff
Ensuring effective communication channel between the external solicitors and the Bank.
Attending Court proceedings.
Employing alternative dispute resolution measures such as the Multi Door Court House.
Payment of negotiated professional fees as at when due
Analyze cases and guide external Solicitors to ensure water-tight defense and prosecution for the Bank
Prepare case management strategies on case by case basis
Schedule quarterly brainstorming meetings with external solicitors for adoption of best strategies.
Participation in committee meetings as assigned

Reqirements

LL.B, B.L from a recognized University
Experience - 4 years’ Experience
Must have experience in the banking sector or commercial law firm.

Reqirements
Knowledge:

Accomplished lawyer with a strong background in corporate legal practice and proven ability to negotiate complex transaction and lead successful teams.
An analytical thinker, effective communicator together with a capacity to interpret and assimilate large volumes of complex information and construct cogent arguments.

Skills

Proactive leader with ability to liaise with colleagues at all levels providing support and motivation.
Personable and adaptable individual with excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
Keen, conscientious, with a friendly disposition
Efficient and reliable person, can work alone or as part of a team.
Work well under extreme pressure and remain calm with the ability to prioritize.

How To Apply
Candidates should send their Applications and CV's to: resourcing@oscartemple.com

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Vacancy for a Litigation Officer at Oscar Temple

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