United Bank for Africa (UBA Cameroon) is recruiting a Company Secretary Officer for its activities.
- Job Title: Company Secretary Officer
- Department: Legal and Company Secretariat
- Reporting Line: Country Head, Legal and Company Secretariat
- Location: Douala
- Position Availability: 1 Position
Job Purpose
The Company Secretary Officer will support the Country Head of Legal in overseeing the governance responsibilities of the Bank. Key duties include:
- Reporting to regulatory authorities.
- Handling all complaints received within the unit.
- Monitoring litigation, collection, and judicial files, as well as any acts that may lead to potential litigation against the Bank.
- Ensuring the legal security of all actions to minimize risks for the Bank.
Key Accountabilities
- Preparation and Coordination: Manage the full process of Board of Directors and General Assembly meetings.
- Meeting Minutes: Document minutes for various meetings, including those of the Board, AGM, and management committees.
- Reporting: Ensure timely transmission of all reports to regulatory bodies.
- Document Procedures: Develop and implement procedures for processing documents.
- Judicial Processing: Handle seizures, Notices to ATD, and requests from judicial administrations and police.
- File Management: Maintain organized and accessible files within the unit.
- Legal Support: Provide legal advice in response to requests from colleagues.
- Liquidation Management: Oversee legal liquidation files, including estates and others.
- Dashboard Updates: Regularly update the Bank’s pre-litigation and litigation dashboard.
- Interdepartmental Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to ensure cohesive operations.
- Additional Tasks: Undertake other responsibilities assigned by the Head of the Legal Unit or Executive Management.
Qualifications Required
- Education: Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree (Bac + 3) in Private Law or Business Law.
Language Proficiency
- Proficiency in French or English is required. Bilingualism is a strong advantage.
Experience Required
- A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a banking institution, law firm, audit firm, or notary office.
- Comprehensive knowledge of banking regulations is essential.
Key Competencies
Knowledge
- Innovation and creativity.
- Strong collaboration skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Strong prioritization and responsiveness.
- Good understanding of regulatory standards and the economic, financial, and banking environment.
Skills and Abilities
- Proficient in oral and written communication in both English and French.
- Excellent drafting and writing capabilities.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Capability to manage confidential matters with high responsibility.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills at all levels.
- Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.
- Team player with strong IT literacy.
Application Submission
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to hcmrecruitcameroon@ubagroup.com with the subject line “COMPANY SECRETARY OFFICER” by October 30, 2024.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
UBA Cameroon is dedicated to meritocracy and inclusiveness. We do not discriminate in recruitment, training, career development, or promotion based on race, color, ethnicity, gender, marital status, disability, religion, belief, or age.
If you do not receive a response within one month of this publication, please consider your application unsuccessful for this time.