Overview

Legal Officer Job: Al-Arafah Islami Bank seeks a Legal Officer with 3+ years of experience in litigation and property law. LLM and Bar Council enrollment required. Apply by February 22, 2025.

Legal Officer (EO – SPO) – Al-Arafah Islami Bank PLC

  • Company: Al-Arafah Islami Bank PLC
  • Company Type: Islamic Bank/Finance
  • Job Title: Legal Officer (EO – SPO)
  • Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Experience: At least 3 years
  • Minimum Salary: Negotiable

Job Summary: Al-Arafah Islami Bank PLC is hiring a Legal Officer to handle various legal matters, including litigation, property vetting, and documentation.

Responsibilities:

  • Preparing, drafting, and vetting legal documents (plaints, petitions, auction notices, mortgage deeds, power of attorney, hypothecation letters, bank guarantees, etc.).
  • Ensuring proper document checking and verification at various offices (branch level, AC Land Office, Tahsil Office, Sub-Registry Office, etc.).
  • Maintaining coordination and liaison with legal counsels, court officials, and other relevant parties.
  • Providing legal opinions on different issues.

Requirements:

  • Master of Law (LLM) degree.
  • In-depth knowledge of relevant laws (Artha Rin Adalat Ain, Negotiable Instrument Act, Banking Companies Act, Companies Act, Land Law, Registration Act, CPC, Cr.PC, Tax Law).
  • Special knowledge and experience in litigation, property vetting, and documentation.
  • 3 to 7 years of practical experience in the legal profession and enrollment in the Bangladesh Bar Council.
  • Experience in the Legal Division of a bank/financial institution is preferred.
  • Experience dealing with court matters, especially related to Artha Rin Adalat Ain and the N.I. Act.
  • At least 2nd class/equivalent in LL.B. (Hon’s/Pass) and LL.M.
  • No third division/class or equivalent at any stage of academic background.
  • Ability to prepare reports, letters, and agreements.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Bengali and English.
  • Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team under pressure.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Self-motivated and adaptable.

Company Information:

Address: Head Office, Al-Arafah Tower, (Level-17), 63, Puraana Paltan, Dhaka-1000
Website: https://www.aibl.com.bd

Al-Arafah Islami Bank PLC is a prominent Shariah-based Islamic bank in Bangladesh with a strong reputation. They have a wide network of branches and sub-branches across the country.