Head Legal at La Fayette Microfinance Bank Limited, Advans Nigeria

La Fayette Microfinance Bank Limited, Advans Nigeria offers a position as Head Legal, a role within their expanding microfinance bank network focused on supporting MSMEs (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises) in Nigeria. Advans Nigeria, established in June 2012, specializes in providing financial services to urban entrepreneurs lacking access to credit. The bank operates branches in Ibadan and plans further expansion across Oyo State.

This legal position is part of a broader effort to strengthen legal compliance and governance within the bank’s operations, particularly in supporting MSME clients with financial products like loans and accounts.

What it offers

• A legal leadership role within a growing microfinance bank network.
• Opportunities to influence legal strategies for MSME financial services in Nigeria.
• Potential to contribute to the bank’s expansion and regulatory compliance efforts.

Who can apply

• Individuals with expertise in legal compliance, corporate law, or financial regulations relevant to microfinance banking.
• Professionals with experience in MSME lending, banking operations, or legal advisory for financial institutions.

What you'll do

• Oversee legal aspects of MSME loan products, compliance, and risk management.
• Ensure adherence to banking regulations and corporate governance standards.
• Provide legal guidance to MSME clients and internal teams on financial agreements.
• Support the bank’s expansion into new regions with legal and regulatory frameworks.

How to apply

• Submit a resume and cover letter detailing relevant legal and banking experience.
• Include references from previous employers or legal clients.
• Ensure all documents comply with Advans Nigeria’s hiring policies (specifics not detailed in the source).

Good to know

• The bank operates in Nigeria, with a focus on urban MSMEs. No explicit salary, benefits, or duration are provided in the source.
• The role is part of a legal leadership team within a microfinance bank network (Advans Group).