Officer I – Legal and Investor Protection

Location: Accra
Employment Type: Full-Time

Company Profile

Securities and Exchange Commission Ghana is the statutory regulator of Ghana’s capital market. The Commission ensures investor protection, promotes fair and efficient markets, and enforces compliance with securities laws to maintain confidence and integrity within the financial system.

The Commission invites applications from qualified and motivated legal professionals for the position of Officer I – Legal and Investor Protection.

Job Purpose

The Officer I, Legal and Investor Protection will support the enforcement of securities laws and regulations to safeguard investors and promote market integrity. The role will provide legal advisory services, support regulatory investigations, and ensure compliance within the securities and investment industry.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Support the interpretation and enforcement of securities laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Assist in reviewing cases involving investor complaints, disputes, and potential market misconduct.
• Conduct legal research and provide advisory support on securities and investment-related matters.
• Support investigations into breaches of securities laws and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in drafting legal opinions, reports, notices, and regulatory correspondence.
• Monitor compliance of market participants with applicable legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Contribute to investor protection initiatives and public education on securities laws.
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders on legal and compliance matters.
• Support enforcement actions and follow-up on regulatory directives.
• Maintain accurate records of legal cases, investigations, and enforcement activities.
• Stay updated on developments in securities regulation, financial markets, and related legal frameworks.
• Perform any other duties within the scope of the role as assigned.

Educational Qualification and Experience

Applicants must possess:

• Be a qualified Lawyer in good standing with the professional legal body.
• A First Degree in Law (LLB) from an accredited tertiary institution.
• Demonstrated knowledge of securities law, investment regulation, and financial market operations.
• A minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional experience.

Competencies Required

The ideal candidate must demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge of capital markets, securities regulation, and financial industry operations.
• Understanding of emerging trends in the securities sector and broader financial services industry.
• Strong analytical and legal review skills.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong presentation and facilitation abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• High ethical standards, integrity, and professional conduct.
• Trustworthiness and ability to inspire confidence and respect.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and sound judgment in legal matters.

Application Deadline

15 May 2026

How to Apply

Interested applicants should apply online by clicking on the application button