Senior Legal Officer

Senior Legal Officer — Nabil Bank

Nabil Bank Limited, one of Nepal's most established private-sector commercial banks, seeks a Senior Legal Officer for its Legal and Compliance Division at Nabil House, Beena Marg, Kathmandu. Nabil Bank was Nepal's first joint-venture bank and continues to set standards in banking law practice.

The Senior Legal Officer will lead credit documentation, loan recovery proceedings before the Debt Recovery Tribunal, regulatory compliance with Nepal Rastra Bank directives, and corporate governance advisory. As Nabil Bank navigates Nepal's financial sector consolidation and digital banking transformation, the legal team plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Banking and Financial Institution Act 2073 and the evolving NRB regulatory framework.

• Lead credit documentation review and approval for corporate and project lending
• Manage debt recovery proceedings before the Debt Recovery Tribunal
• Ensure regulatory compliance with Nepal Rastra Bank directives and the Banking and Financial Institution Act 2073
• Advise on corporate governance and board-level legal matters
• Handle AML/KYC compliance under the Asset (Money) Laundering Prevention Act 2064
• Coordinate with external counsel on litigation and complex regulatory matters

• Advocate licensed by the Nepal Bar Association (NBA) with minimum 7 years' post-admission experience
• Deep knowledge of the Banking and Financial Institution Act 2073, NRB directives, and Secured Transactions Act 2063
• Proven experience with debt recovery proceedings before the Debt Recovery Tribunal
• Understanding of anti-money laundering under the Asset (Money) Laundering Prevention Act 2064
• Experience with trade finance documentation and LC operations
• LL.B. from a recognised university; banking law certification preferred
• Strong Nepali and English drafting skills