Opportunity Bank Malawi,Legal Officer Jobs in Malawi

Legal Officer –

Assist in drafting
appropriate legal documentation, Conducting searches on loan securities,
Obtaining consent for security perfection, Attending to mediation, Assist in
perfection of various loan securities, Assist in maintenance of various loan
securities, Assisting in maintenance of the bank’s loan security profile

Ensuring that
processes associated with perfection of loan securities are done timely,
Ensuring that random che
cks on loan securities pledged by clients are done
periodically, Ensuring that service of court processes is done timely, Ensuring
that loan securities for non-performing loans are intact, In conjunction with
the archivist ensuring that all bank records are properly recorded and filled

Bachelors degree in
Law from a recognised institution with 1 yr related experience, Knowledge of
banking operations preferred, Ability to display high level of confidentiality
and maturity, Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong knowledge of
basic property law and law in general, Intermediate skills in personal computer
operation, word processing and spread sheet software, Good logic, reasoning and
analytical skills, Familiarity with loan documentation, Motivated self-starter,
dynamic and fast learner, Ability to work in a fast paced environment and able
to complete assignments timely

Insurance Officer –
Opportunity Bank Malawi

Underwrites
insurance policies to ensure coverage for various risks that the Bank might be
exposed to either by itself to including own and client, Supporting the lending
business in managing PAR through timely claims processing and to achieve growth
targets for insurance business

Underwrites
insurance policies for new and existing risks to loan and savings clients and
other potential clients, Processes insurance claims promptly, Insurance clients
acquisition, Ensures that insurance premiums are collected in full before loan
disbursement, Ensuring right insurance processes are according to client’s
business risks, Arranges for renewal, transfer or cancellation of insurance
coverage, Develops and maintains an accurate register of insurance policies and
Premiums, Acts as a liaison officer between the bank and insurance companies’
or brokers’ regional offices, Advises clients promptly on established policies
and premiums

Recognised Insurance
Certificate from institute of Insurance preferably a Bachelor’s Degree in
Insurance or 1 yr related experience and/or training in insurance underwriting
and claims, or equivalent combination of education and experience, Knowledge of
lending and banking operations preferred

Ability to read and
comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos, Ability to
write simple correspondence, Ability to effectively present information in
one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees
of the organisation