GILBERT KAROGO MISSO
Dar es Salaam
Summary
Dynamic and highly analytical Legal Counsel with over 5 years of progressive experience in corporate law, civil litigation, regulatory compliance, contract negotiation, and corporate governance. Proven track record in legal risk assessment, cross-functional collaboration, litigation strategy, and regulatory alignment within high-impact financial institutions. Adept at advising senior executives, driving legal innovation, and utilizing data-driven insights to support strategic business decisions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Counsel – Civil Litigation
NMB Bank PLC
Dar es Salaam
01.2022 - Current
- Led litigation strategy and dispute resolution initiatives to minimize institutional risk and ensure favorable outcomes.
- Collaborated with external counsel and represented the bank in complex litigation across courts and tribunals.
- Conducted legal risk assessments and regulatory reviews to support operational and strategic objectives.
- Drafted and negotiated high-value contracts, ensuring regulatory alignment and risk mitigation.
- Delivered compliance training and knowledge-sharing sessions to enhance legal literacy and internal adherence.
- Contributed to the development of internal legal processes and corporate policy frameworks.
- Filed annual returns and maintained corporate structure compliance with BRELA regulations.
- Developed legal reports and analytics for board and executive decision-making.
- Provided legal advisory to cross-functional teams, including HR, Compliance, and Risk Management.
- Conducted research on complex legal issues related to the company's operations and industry regulations.
- Developed strategies to mitigate potential risks associated with transactions or other activities.
- Provided legal advice and support to business units on contractual, regulatory and compliance matters.
- Assisted in the development of corporate policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
- Provided general legal advice on best practice for compliance, input on business decisions and contract negotiations and legal strategies for litigation and other legal activities.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, briefs, motions, and settlement agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Liaised with government agencies, other attorneys, and parties involved in legal proceedings, maintaining professional relationships to facilitate case progress.
Legal Records Management Officer
NMB Bank PLC
Dar es Salaam
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Reviewed loan contracts and collateral documentation to ensure enforceability and regulatory compliance.
- Managed physical and digital legal records systems for effective information governance.
- Facilitated acquisition and registration of securities and maintained up-to-date compliance trackers.
Legal Officer
Prime Attorneys
Dar es Salaam
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Drafted legal documents including pleadings, agreements, and official correspondence.
- Processed statutory registrations and ensured compliance with relevant corporate laws.
- Attended court sessions and assisted in litigation preparation and execution.
- Interviewed clients and performed preliminary legal assessments and documentation reviews.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Legal Practice
The Law School of Tanzania
01.2018
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) -
Mzumbe University
01.2017
Skills
- Regulatory compliance and risk management
- Civil and commercial litigation strategy
- Contract drafting and negotiation
- Legal research and data-driven advisory
- Policy development and implementation
- Corporate governance and secretarial support
- Due diligence and legal risk assessment
- Cross-functional stakeholder engagement
- Litigation management and court representation
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Legal document management systems
- Regulatory compliance databases
- Case tracking and data analytics tools
- Strategic thinker and problem solver
- Effective communicator of complex legal issues
- Fast learner with high adaptability
- Team collaborator and independent operator
- Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
References
- Jeska Kabisa, Legal Manager, Civil Litigation, NMB PLC, Jeska.Kabisa@nmbbank.co.tz, +255 753 887 824
- Oscar Mwakyusa Mwamfwagasi, COO, ABSA Bank Tanzania, oscar.mwamfwagasi@absa.africa, +255 767 213 220
- Erick Ollotu, Senior Specialist, Talent & Learning Development, NMB Bank PLC, Erick.Ollotu@nmbbank.co.tz, +255 712 980 518
- George Nyangusu, Partner, Prime Attorneys, nyangusu@primeattorneys.co.tz, +255 784 722 873
Technical And Legal Tools
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Legal Document Management Systems
- Regulatory Compliance Databases
- Case Tracking & Data Analytics Tools
Timeline
Legal Counsel – Civil Litigation
NMB Bank PLC
01.2022 - Current
Legal Records Management Officer
NMB Bank PLC
07.2019 - 12.2019
Legal Officer
Prime Attorneys
01.2019 - 05.2019
Postgraduate Diploma - Legal Practice
The Law School of Tanzania
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) -
Mzumbe University
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