Lawyer Job at CityCode Mortgage Bank Limited

CityCode Mortgage Bank Limited is a duly registered Primary Mortgage Bank that has remained healthy since its inception in 1992. We are also an accredited Primary Mortgage Bank (PMB) for the National Housing Fund (NHF) and a subscriber to the recently created Nigerian Mortgage Refinance Company Plc (NMRC). We are set up for the purpose of providing mortgage loans and assisting customers in accessing the National Housing Fund Loan through the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria. We offer various mortgage products, guidance, and advisory services to corporate organizations and individuals to empower them to access housing finance. We also finance and facilitate the provision of mortgage and real-estate related services in apt response to our teeming customer needs.

We focus on providing affordable housing units for interested home seekers/developers/cooperatives who desire a well-structured mortgage offer. Further to this, we also keep our customers abreast of financial activities as well as provide high-quality customer service. We remain sound, secure, and solid with a very vibrant Board and Management team headed by result-thirsting professionals.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Lawyer

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Lawyer to join our legal team.
• This in-person role will focus on providing legal support within the financial sector and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Role Overview

• As a Lawyer, you will be responsible for advising the organization on a variety of legal issues related to financial services.
• You will work closely with other departments to ensure the institution adheres to legal and regulatory standards while protecting its interests.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents
• Advise on regulatory compliance, financial regulations, and corporate governance matters
• Represent the institution in legal proceedings, including disputes or negotiations with clients, regulators, or third parties
• Conduct legal research on financial regulations and evolving legal trends in the financial sector
• Collaborate with internal departments to mitigate legal risks and ensure proper compliance with laws and regulations
• Monitor and interpret changes in laws and regulations that affect the financial industry.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess a Bachelor`s Degree in Law
• 5-7 years of experience in financial law, banking, or corporate law
• A Qualified Lawyer with a valid practicing license
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, compliance, and legal risk management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• trong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams to achieve legal and business objectives.

Salary
N300,000 - N500,000 monthly.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: corporateservices@citycodemortgagebank.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.

Note: If you are a qualified lawyer with expertise in financial services law and are looking for a challenging role in a prestigious financial institution, we encourage you to apply.