Result areas of the department

The Legal function supports Oikocredit including all its branches, representative offices and group entities. It supports the mission and business of Oikocredit by providing legal advice and supporting management with managing the Legal and Regulatory Risk.

Result areas of the job

• Be the first of point of contact for escalations on legal matters and responsible for guidance and coordination of the Legal Counsels for the Inflow and Business Enabler department. This department consists of Operations, Investors Relations, Finance and Treasury.
• Maintain the regulatory/compliance framework on applicable laws and regulations for all jurisdictions in charge where Oikocredit is operating and doing business. Identifying new laws and regulations (materially) impacting Oikocredit’s business.
• Provide advice on the current product and new propositions: proactively monitor and advise on ongoing regulatory compliance.
• Advise on the development of propositions based on the participation so that it can be marketed to new target groups (e.g. joint holders, (grand)children, legacies) in our target markets.
• Draft and/or reviewing and/or negotiating for complex agreements/transactions.
• Maintain templates for legally binding documents for Oikocredit.
• Ensure legally binding documents are in line with Oikocredit´s policies and procedures within the assigned jurisdictions.
• Provide proactive problem solving and effective collaboration with all the different
  stakeholders within the organization.
• Advise on corporate compliance of branch offices of Oikocredit group in the assigned jurisdictions.
• Lead when requested global projects for the department.
• Manage the relationship with External Legal Counsel in the assigned jurisdictions.

Education, skills and experience

• Masters’ Degree in the field of law, preferably with specialization in corporate, financial or civil/commercial law.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience with some background in Dutch/European law.
• Knowledge of financial regulation would be an advantage.
• Thorough knowledge of English.
• Ability to work independently and with great sense of responsibility.

Competencies

Initiative, Client and service orientation, Result orientation, Cooperation, Building and maintaining networks and relations, Verbal communication and presentation, Written communication, Problem Analysis and assessment, Progress control.

What we offer

• Legal work with real impact: making a difference for those who need it most.
• An inclusive, international and diverse environment.
• Flexible work environment with a good work-life balance.
• Wide opportunities for professional personal development.
• A contract for 32-40 hours per week.

How to apply

Please send your cover letter and resume in English via the apply button.

Oikocredit is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that embraces individuals from various backgrounds.