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Assistant Legal Counsel (MF5) (2 Positions)

Deadline: 18 Nov 2026, 12:00 AM

MEDF

Assistant Legal Counsel (MF5) (2 Positions)

Posted: 09 Nov 2026 Deadline: 18 Nov 2026, 12:00 AM
Background
The Malawi Enterprise Development Fund Limited (MEDF) is a government owned Microfinance Institution whose mission is to economically empower ordinary and underserved Malawians (particularly women, youth, and persons with disability) through the provision of quality, affordable and sustainable microfinance services for Improved livelihoods.
MEDF invites applications from suitably qualified, mature, ambitious, professional Malawi Nationals with a passion for results and respect for ethics and hands-on experience to fill the vacant position of:
Assistant Legal Counsel - MF5
Reporting to: Legal Counsel
Job Purpose
Conducting litigation on behalf of the Fund.
Liaising with external counsel on legal matters being handled by the Fund.
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to ensure compliance with the law and secure Fund’s interests.
Providing legal protection and risk management advice to management and staff especially on contract management and security perfection.
Reviewing and advising Management on legal implications of internal policies and procedures.
Monitoring compliance with statutory obligations and advising Management accordingly.
Facilitating creditors reconciliation according to supplier’s statement.
Liaising with relevant departments to identify legal risks and their appropriate mitigation and remedial measures.
Providing input in the development and implementation of internal policies and procedures related to legal compliance and risk management.
Conducting legal research to stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards that may impact the Fund's operations.
Identifying, recommending and implementing strategies for resolving disputes through alternative dispute resolution methods before they escalate to litigation.
Sourcing of external legal counsel as directed, ensuring that their services align with the Fund's objectives and budget.
Description
To provide expert and strategic legal support and advice to the Fund, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations while protecting the Fund's its interests.
Personal Attributes
The Assistant Legal Counsel should be a person of high integrity, sound judgment, and strong analytical ability, with excellent communication, negotiation, leadership, and organizational skills. The individual should demonstrate discretion, attention to detail, professionalism, resilience, confidentiality, and the ability to provide practical legal solutions while effectively managing competing priorities and deadlines.
Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in law (LLM) from an accredited institution.
Admission to the Malawi Bar and a valid license to practice law in Malawi.
Experience
2 years of relevant experience in; corporate governance, compliance or ligation roles preferably in a microfinance or financial institution.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
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