Legal Officer

About the role

The Legal Officer will manage court cases, draft and review legal documents, and ensure the bank’s operations comply with Cambodian laws and regulations. This position supports the Toul Kork branch by providing legal advice and safeguarding the bank’s interests.

Key responsibilities

• File and process court actions, conduct legal research, and prepare related reports.
• Review inbound letters from courts, the National Bank of Cambodia, and other authorities; draft outbound correspondence and translate documents.
• Verify contracts, agreements, and security documents before loan disbursement to protect the bank’s legal rights.
• Maintain a filing system for executed contracts and keep legal regulations up to date.
• Collaborate with partner law firms, provide legal advisories to the region, and conduct training on legal documents.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in law.
• At least one year of experience handling court cases or related legal work.
• Knowledge of civil, criminal, enterprise, contract, and labor law in Cambodia.
• Ability to draft and translate legal documents in Khmer and English.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and strong problem‑solving skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.