Head Legal / Company Secretary

Job Description

Concept Group is seeking a seasoned Head Legal / Company Secretary to provide strategic legal leadership and corporate governance oversight across its group of companies. This role serves as the principal legal advisor to the Board and senior management, ensuring regulatory compliance, effective risk management, and strong governance practices within the financial services environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as principal legal and governance advisor to the Board of Directors and executive leadership.
• Draft, review, and interpret legal documents, including contracts, service-level agreements, and transaction documents.
• Provide timely legal advice on operational, commercial, and strategic business matters.
• Monitor applicable laws and regulations to ensure compliance across the Group and its subsidiaries.
• Support regulatory filings, license renewals, and official correspondence with regulators.
• Oversee litigation management, liaise with external counsel, and maintain a comprehensive litigation tracker.
• Identify legal and regulatory risks and recommend effective mitigation strategies.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of compliance and governance frameworks across the Group.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, regulators, and external advisers to resolve legal and compliance issues.
• Contribute to audits, risk reviews, and the development of a strong legal and compliance culture.

Requirements

• HND or Bachelor’s Degree in Law with a minimum of 8 years post-call experience.
• Proven senior-level legal experience within the financial services sector or related industries.
• Strong understanding of financial services regulations, corporate governance, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic legal counsel to Boards and senior executives.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.