Fidelity Bank is today ranked amongst the top 10 in the Nigerian banking industry, with presence in the major cities and commercial centres of Nigeria. Over the years, the bank has been reputed for integrity and professionalism. It is also respected for the quality and stability of its management. Fidelity staff are also respected in the Nigerian banking industry for the quality of training they receive on the job, as well as in good business schools both in Nigeria and Overseas. The Management is particular about the quality of people that join the system. To qualify as a member of Team Fidelity, a candidate is expected to possess three vital statistics, with the acronym TAC:
Talent (an innate mental aptitude)
Ambition (a desire to succeed) and
Character (a total quality of integrity which will guide the talent and ambition to productive ends).Qualification:
LLB (Hons) from an accredited university, LLM (added advantage)
Must be called to the Nigerian Bar.
Experience:
7 years minimum working experience in similar role
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Company Secretary with coordinating all matters related to pre and post meeting preparations for Management, Board and General Meetings including issuance of notices, review of minutes, pasting of adopted minutes, following up on matters arising from the meetings, advising on decisions and rendition of regulatory returns arising from the meetings and record keeping.
Manage, organize, and maintain legal documents in paper and electronic filing systems
Ensure timely rendition of accurate returns to all the Bank’s Regulators, particularly the CBN, NDIC, NSE, CAC and Securities & Exchange Commission as appropriate
Keeping abreast of developments in corporate governance and bringing same to the attention of the Company Secretary.
Assist with research and formulation of governance policies for the Board/Management; Review governance regulations issued periodically by the regulators to ensure compliance by the Bank; And updates to the Board and Management as appropriate
Liaison with the Registrars and timely resolution of investor related enquiries from internal and external shareholders
Skills/Competencies
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Possess a high level of integrity
Ability to provide immediate and accurate legal advice
Dispute resolution & litigation
Supervisory & leadership skills
Analytical skills
Critical thinking and writing
Risk identification and solution skills
Team player
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Must be disciplined
Ability to work independently, effectively and efficiently manage multiple tasks, as well as meet deadlines.
Knowledge
Depth in Research, PC, Interpersonal and analytical reasoning skills
Depth in written and oral communication skills
Depth in conceptual and analytical skills
Depth in Record keeping and documentation skills
Depth in Knowledge of Regulatory Laws
