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• Conduct legal research to support the review and development of
  capital markets laws
• Draft legal instruments for the Authority e.g. service contracts and
  Memoranda of Understanding
• Provide legal advice, and prepare legal briefs and opinions;
• Provide board secretarial support services as may be assigned;
• Organize stakeholder engagements for the review and development of
  the legal and regulatory framework;
• Represent the Authority in courts of law and other dispute
  resolution fora where necessary;
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time which may
  include but will not be limited to serving as Secretary to the Contracts
  Committee.

• The applicant must hold an honors Bachelor’s degree in Law from a
  recognized institution / University and a postgraduate diploma in legal
  practice is required. A relevant Masters’ degree will be an added
  advantage.
• A minimum of three years of relevant post-qualification work
  experience from a reputable organization, preferably in a regulatory or
  financial services sector
• Previous experience in developing, implementing and enforcing
  securities legal and regulatory framework, legislative drafting,
  compliance and company secretarial practice will be an added advantage.
• Ability to handle a diverse workload and multiple simultaneous
  activities under minimum supervision;
• Self-motivated and results driven with ability to deliver
  effectively under pressure;
• Ability to work within and with teams
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Strong ability to persuade all levels of management and external
  stakeholders;
• Strong communication and presentation skills;
• Ability to interpret legislation and policy;
• Good legal drafting skills

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