Mutual Trust Bank PLC is hiring Associate – Research, Opinion & Documentation (Group Legal)

Mutual Trust Bank PLC

Requirements

Education

  • Master of Law (LLM)
  • LL.B (Hon’s) and LL.M degree from a reputed UGC-approved university.
  • Candidates should ideally have a minimum CGPA of 3.50 (out of 4) / 1st Division at both graduation and post-graduation levels.
  • Candidates are expected to have a minimum CGPA of 4 (out of 5) / 1st Division at both S.S.C and H.S.C levels. No third division/class or equivalent CGPA is generally acceptable at any stage of the academic career.

Experience

    • At least 2 years
  • The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Banks

Additional Requirements

  • 2–3 years’ relevant experience in documentation (mortgage and security documents) in a reputed bank or renowned law firm.
  • Professional certification/membership with Bangladesh Bar Council will be considered an advantage.
  • Strong knowledge of Banking Laws and Company Laws.
  • Excellent drafting skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Strong communication skills in Bangla & English with good interpersonal ability.
  • Ability and willingness to work under pressure and contribute visibly in loan documentation.
  • High moral character with integrity and a good professional track record.

Responsibilities & Context

Job Context

The role is part of the Research, Opinion & Documentation Unit under MTB Group Legal Affairs Division and involves providing legal opinions, document scrutiny, property verification, due diligence, and preparation of security and banking-related legal documents.


Key Responsibilities

  • Legal Opinion & Documentation: Review and scrutinize property-related and banking documents; provide legal opinions on various banking issues.
  • Contractual Drafting & Review: Examine contractual obligations on behalf of the Bank and review sanction documents for loan renewals and enhancements.
  • Property Verification & Due Diligence: Coordinate with enlisted law firms and surveyors for verification of property/land documents; arrange plan verification with relevant authorities.
  • Security Document Preparation: Draft and prepare legal/security documents as per legal opinions, including Mortgage Deeds, Power of Attorney Deeds, Tripartite Agreements, Indemnity Bonds, Undertakings, Affidavits, Redemption Deeds, and Revocation Deeds.
  • Pre-Disbursement Documentation: Provide checklists of original legal and charge documents required before loan disbursement.
  • RJSC Documentation: Draft and prepare documents related to charge creation for submission to the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies (RJSC).
  • MIS & Record Maintenance: Maintain a dedicated MIS to track legal documents and ensure compliance.

Workplace

Work at office

Employment Status

Full Time

Job Location

Dhaka