About Agora Microfinance Zambia

Agora Microfinance Zambia (AMZ) is a rural microfinance company operating under a non-deposit microfinance licence from the Bank of Zambia. The company serves approximately 150,000 clients across all provinces of Zambia through 40 branches and a workforce of 500 employees.

AMZ aims to expand and strengthen its operations, with a long-term goal of achieving broader national reach, strong financial and social performance, and making a meaningful contribution to the Zambian economy and society.

Job Overview

The Legal and Company Secretary will provide comprehensive legal support to Agora Microfinance Zambia and ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory and corporate governance requirements.

The role supports the Board of Directors and oversees legal risk management, contract review, compliance monitoring and governance activities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Company Secretarial Duties

• Organise, coordinate and attend Board and Board Committee meetings.
• Prepare and circulate meeting notices, agendas, board packs and minutes.
• Maintain statutory registers and ensure timely filing of regulatory returns with PACRA, the Bank of Zambia and other regulators.
• Advise the Board on corporate governance principles and regulatory obligations.
• Ensure Board resolutions are properly recorded, communicated and implemented.
• Facilitate director induction, training and Board evaluations.
• Maintain secure governance records and manage official company documentation.

2. Legal Advisory and Compliance

• Provide legal opinions and guidance on matters affecting AMZ operations.
• Draft, review and negotiate contracts and agreements.
• Ensure organisational compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Manage litigation, disputes and engagement with external legal counsel.
• Monitor legal and regulatory updates and advise management accordingly.
• Develop and review policies, procedures and compliance guidelines.

3. Risk Management

• Identify and assess legal and regulatory risks.
• Implement risk mitigation processes and controls.
• Maintain a legal risk register.
• Report key legal and regulatory risks to management and the Board.

4. Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with regulators, including the Bank of Zambia (BOZ), PACRA, ZRA, NAPSA and other relevant institutions.
• Guide departments on legal and compliance requirements.
• Act as custodian of company seals, legal documents and governance records.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB).
• Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Zambia with a valid Practising Certificate.
• Professional qualification in Corporate Governance, such as ICSA/CGI, is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in corporate legal practice, preferably in financial services or another regulated industry.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation, including the Companies Act, Banking and Financial Services Act (BFSA), Data Protection Act and employment legislation.

Key Competencies

• Strong legal drafting and analytical skills.
• Excellent knowledge of corporate governance and compliance.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• High ethical standards and professionalism.
• Maturity and confidence when engaging with senior stakeholders.
• A proactive, organised and results-oriented approach.

Additional Role Requirements

As this is a relatively new function being established, the initial responsibilities will focus on setting up the department, developing policy frameworks and building an understanding of the company's business operations.

Thereafter, the successful candidate will be expected to build a competent team to carry out the department's activities within the company's approved budgets.

The role requires a minimum of 30% of working time to be spent travelling across the company's branches.

Employment Terms

• Employment Type: Permanent and pensionable.
• Location: Lusaka, Zambia, with travel across branches.
• Employer: Agora Microfinance Zambia.

Agora Microfinance Zambia is an equal-opportunity employer.

How to Apply

Interested and suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications via email.

Email applications to: recruitment@agoramicrofinance.co.zm

Application Deadline: 24 October 2026

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.

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