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The Head of Legal will report to the Chief Executive Officer and need to ensure that the Bank is adhering to the constitution and by- laws as well as the laws and regulations of the country & ensure all legal matters are managed properly, efficiently and that the relevant and respective stakeholders are given proper advice and guidance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide independent expert advice and support to the Chief Executive and Board of Directors on all matters relating to statutory and legislative compliance and Interpretation

• Act as principal advisor to the Chief Executive on all issues relating to Corporate Governance, ensuring the Bank’s Corporate Affairs are undertaken to the highest standards of probity and regularity

• Provide advice to the Chief Executive and Board of Directors on Legal constitutional and corporate governance matters
• Ensure correct and proper conduct of business and meetings at Board and Sub-Committees level and provide briefings on external legal advice sought where necessary, to ensure the efficient and effective resolution of issues
• Ensure Compliance with the Constitution of the Bank and with guidelines of the regulators
• Maintain systems to ensure that all governance related policies and strategies are up to date for the monitoring of such policies
• Responsible for rolling out legal risk policies and procedures, ensuring that senior management fully understand the scope and requirements of legal related policies.
• Advise and assist, in the coordination with the Bank’s independent lawyers, on preparing and conducting of Disciplinary Hearings.
• Draft and vet contracts, agreements, and other legal documents required in the conduct of business.
• Liaise with external legal advisors on specific issues/ projects requiring further legal opinion and in respect to court proceedings.
• Keep up to date with appropriate legislations and regulatory framework for proper advice to the Bank and conduct of business.

Prerequisites:

• Holder of a law Degree & Master of Laws or any other equivalent qualifications.
• At least 8 years of experience at managerial level in the Banking/Financial Services sector.
• Qualified Barrister at Law/Attorney.

Skills:

• Strong track record of dealing with Corporate Governance and Business Conduct principles within a large organization.
• Proven ability to work with high level of autonomy on responsibilities and decision-making situations and make sound and properly informed judgments.
• Handle complex arrangements to a high degree of accuracy, timeliness and effectiveness including managing multiple deadlines
• Proven experience in handling Board Meetings and its sub committees

The deadline for application is 21 January 2026.

The role of the Manager Legal will be to assist the Head of Legal to ensure that the bank is adhering to the constitution and by-laws as well as the laws and regulations of the country & ensure all legal matters are managed properly, efficiently and that the relevant and respective stakeholders are shared and given proper advice and guidance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for rolling out legal risk policies and procedures, ensuring that senior management fully understands the scope and requirements of legal-related policies.
• Liaise with external legal advisors on specific issues/ projects requiring further legal opinion/ court proceedings.
• Appear in court for the Bank as required from time to time
• Organize, provide documents and assist with disciplinary committees as and when required.
• Design, develop and implement appropriate policies, procedures and processes to support operational (e.g. complaints management) and legal matters.
• Draft and vet contacts, agreements, and other legal documents required in the conduct of business.
• Advise all departments on legal matters.
• Act as backup in the absence of the Head Legal.

Prerequisites:

• Holder of a law degree & Master of Laws or any other equivalent qualifications.
• At least 5 years' experience at a managerial level.
• Qualified Barrister at Law/Attorney

Skills:

• Structured thinker with an ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in both English and French.
• Proactive, well-organized, detail conscious and a team player.
• A working knowledge of the laws in Mauritius.
• A systematic work method, attention to detail, self-motivated and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, staff and management.
• Good computer skills, and in particular a good knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook email.

The deadline for application is 21 January 2026.

The Trainee - AML is primarily responsible to assist the AML Team in various areas including monitoring, investigating, and resolving alerts to ensure compliance with relevant regulations, internal policies and all in accordance with timely implementation of the AML Plan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance /support to the MLRO, Deputy MLRO, AML Coordinator or AML Officer in the Alert monitoring.
• Review and analyze AML alert generated by the transaction monitoring system to identify suspicious activities.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of alerts reviews, findings, and follow-up actions.
• Assist in preparing AML Reports regarding suspicions.
• Conduct searches for negative news, legal issues, and adverse media related to customers.
• Report verified adverse media findings to AML Officer or AML Coordinator.

Prerequisites:

• Having a University Degree in Law or any related field, such as Finance or Business Administration.

Skills:

• High level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive information.
• Analytical, proactive and solution oriented.
• Knowledge of Banking Operations.
• Strong technical knowledge of banking and/or financial services.
• Conversant with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Extensive knowledge of compliance and regulatory concepts, practices and methodologies.
• Extensive knowledge of risk management principles and practices.
• Problem solving.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism and discipline in the workplace.
• Respect workplace rules, confidentiality, and professional boundaries.

The deadline for application is 21 January 2026.