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Legal Counsel
Absa Group Lusaka, Zambia
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- EmployerAbsa Group
- LocationLusaka, Zambia
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- Listing sourceZambia Job Alerts
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- Employer
- Absa Group
- Location
- Lusaka, Zambia
- Posted
- June 25, 2026
- Job type
- Full Time
- Category
- Legal
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Website Absa Group
Job description
Legal Counsel Opportunity in Lusaka, Zambia
Absa Group invites qualified professionals to explore legal counsel jobs in Lusaka, offering a unique chance to join a leading African financial institution with over a century of heritage. This full-time position is based at Absa’s Head Office in Lusaka and supports the Bank’s vision of empowering Africa’s tomorrow through strategic legal expertise.
About Absa Group and the Role
As a proudly African group with strong local roots and extensive regional and international expertise, Absa Group is committed to fostering sustainable growth. Joining our legal team means contributing to this exciting journey by delivering effective legal services that align with the Bank’s operational goals and risk appetite.
The Legal Counsel (AVP) will plan, manage, and oversee legal activities, ensuring they support approved operational plans efficiently and effectively. This role requires a deep understanding of banking products and transactions, with responsibility for structuring, negotiating, and drafting complex agreements that are legally enforceable and compliant with regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities for Legal Counsel Jobs in Lusaka
- Provide proactive and commercially sound legal advice aligned with regulatory requirements.
- Ensure compliance with banking legislation, Bank of Zambia directives, AML/CFT, data protection, and consumer protection laws.
- Monitor regulatory developments and deliver timely, defensible legal guidance.
- Support regulatory engagement and reporting processes.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks across business units, integrating them into enterprise risk frameworks.
- Manage litigation in accordance with internal policies to safeguard the Bank’s interests.
- Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and manage external counsel.
- Contribute to governance, control frameworks, and continuous legal process improvements.
- Promote a culture of high ethical standards, compliance, and sound judgement throughout the organisation.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor Honours Degree in Law, Military Science, or Security (required).
Why Join Absa Group?
At Absa, you are more than an employee; you are part of a family that supports your career development through our dedicated Career Development Portal. Here, you can access cutting-edge tools, guidance, and support designed to unlock your potential and shape your professional future.
Application Details
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by 3 July 2026. To submit your application and learn more about this opportunity, please visit the official Absa careers page:
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