Job Description

GROUP LEGAL ADVISOR – FINANCIAL SERVICES

Company: CBZ Holdings Limited
Location: Harare, Zimbabwe
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Financial Services, Banking & Corporate Governance
Department: Legal & Compliance
Experience Required: 8–15 Years
Salary: USD 4,500 – 9,000 per month (depending on qualifications and experience)
Reports To: Group Chief Executive Officer

Position Overview

CBZ Holdings Limited is seeking an experienced Group Legal Advisor to provide strategic legal leadership across its financial services portfolio. The successful candidate will oversee legal risk management, regulatory compliance, contract negotiations, litigation management, corporate governance, and advisory services supporting business growth and operational excellence.

This role is ideal for professionals seeking Legal Advisor jobs in Zimbabwe, Financial Services jobs in Harare, and senior leadership opportunities within the banking and insurance sector.

Candidates searching for jobs in Zimbabwe may also explore: Jobs in Zimbabwe

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to executive management and board committees.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements.
• Advise on banking, insurance, investment, and financial regulatory matters.
• Lead corporate governance initiatives across subsidiaries.
• Manage litigation, dispute resolution, and external legal counsel relationships.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the organization.
• Ensure compliance with financial sector legislation and licensing requirements.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, restructuring, and strategic partnerships.
• Oversee legal due diligence activities.
• Develop internal legal policies and compliance frameworks.
• Conduct legal risk assessments and mitigation planning.
• Deliver legal awareness and governance training programs.
• Represent the organization before regulators and government authorities.
• Guide investigations involving compliance and ethical concerns.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB).
• Admission as a Legal Practitioner in Zimbabwe or equivalent jurisdiction.
• Master’s Degree in Corporate Law, Commercial Law, or Financial Regulation is an advantage.
• Certification in Corporate Governance or Compliance preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of post-qualification legal experience.
• At least 5 years in banking, insurance, capital markets, or financial services.
• Experience advising executive leadership and boards.
• Proven track record in commercial contract management.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance frameworks and regulatory compliance.

Core Technical Competencies

• Corporate Law
• Banking Regulations
• Insurance Law
• Financial Compliance
• Contract Negotiation
• Corporate Governance
• Legal Risk Management
• Litigation Management
• Regulatory Affairs
• Commercial Transactions
• Due Diligence
• Company Secretarial Practice
• Policy Development
• Stakeholder Management
• Ethics & Compliance

Leadership Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Lead the Group Legal Department.
• Mentor legal officers and compliance professionals.
• Coordinate external legal service providers.
• Support board governance structures.
• Drive legal excellence and risk awareness across business units.

Training & Professional Development

The organization offers:

• Executive leadership development programs.
• Corporate governance certifications.
• International legal compliance workshops.
• Financial sector regulatory training.
• Legal technology and digital compliance courses.
• Exposure to regional financial services best practices.

Professionals interested in expanding opportunities across North Africa may also review: Jobs in Tunisia

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Reduction of legal and regulatory risks.
• Contract turnaround efficiency.
• Litigation resolution outcomes.
• Governance compliance scores.
• Regulatory audit performance.
• Stakeholder satisfaction ratings.
• Timely policy implementation.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive executive compensation package.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Medical insurance for employee and dependents.
• Pension and retirement benefits.
• Professional membership sponsorship.
• Mobile communication allowance.
• Vehicle allowance.
• Paid annual leave.
• Leadership development opportunities.

Career Growth Opportunities

This position offers progression toward:

• Head of Legal Services
• General Counsel
• Chief Compliance Officer
• Corporate Governance Director
• Group Executive – Legal Affairs

Candidates interested in regional legal and governance careers may also explore opportunities through: Jobs in Algeria/

For professionals seeking broader financial services leadership roles across Africa, additional vacancies are available at: Jobs in Angola

Application Requirements

Interested applicants should submit:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter
• Academic Certificates
• Professional Practicing Certificate
• National Identification Documents
• Professional References

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

CBZ Holdings Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to ethical leadership, diversity, corporate governance excellence, and sustainable financial sector growth.