CreditBank PNG is recruiting a suitable candidate for the role of Senior Legal Officer - Litigation

The Senior Legal Officer – Litigation is expected to promptly and effectively respond to legal issues affecting the corporation in PNG as and when they arise. The overall objective is to provide legally sound advice to the management and staff of Credit Corporation, in the most effective and cost-efficient manner. This role is based in Port Moresby.

Key responsibilities

• Provides legal service to the business functions of the corporation on all litigation matters.
• Analysis of issues to identify legal problems.
• Advising on and representing Credit Corporation on:

(i) a variety of issues requiring dispute resolution.

(ii) potentially litigious matters and matters that are under litigation.

(iii) Prepares memoranda and initial drafts of legal documents.

• Manages and runs all in-house litigation matters in consultation with the HoL.
• Prepare and provide monthly updates on the Legal (Litigation) Register.
• Take directions and guidance from the Head of Legal.
• Conduct research on all litigious matters, determine information, counsel and guidance on legal issues.
• Manage and provide instructions in consultation with the HoL on behalf of the Business to external legal counsel in litigation, including reviewing complex documents relating to transactions.
• Other duties of a legal nature as may be assigned by line manager.
• Advise and collaborate with the Business on legislative, regulatory and policy issues and participate in planning to ensure the Business remains in regulatory compliance.
• Advise the Business on legal developments in PNG and within the region that impact its litigation matters in Court
• Participate in local and regional Team meetings and activities.

Other Duties:

• Duties as directed by the Head of Legal or as directed by the Chief Risk Officer.

Key requirements

• Bachelor of Laws Degree.
• Certificate of Admission to the Supreme & National Courts of Papua New Guinea
• Admitted to practice law in the National and Supreme Courts of Papua New Guinea.
• Current member of the PNG Law Society
• Demonstrable post-admission experience in finance and banking and commercial and corporate litigation.
• Ability to identify commercial solutions and provide sound and practical advice.
• 8+ years post admission experience / practise in commercial and civil litigation.
• Prior banking and finance experience is advantageous (but not a requirement)

Application process:

If you think you have what it takes to be in this role, we would like to hear from you.

Applications close on Friday, 5^th September 2025, and must provide the following:

• A cover letter.
• A current CV with the names of three (3) contactable referees

Applications must be addressed to:

The Head of People & Culture

Credit Corporation (PNG) Limited

P O Box 1787

Port Moresby, 121

National Capital District

Applications can be emailed to [email protected]