Maria Raymond Ringia
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
Experienced legal professional with focus on regulatory compliance, cases and contract management. Capable of ensuring legal adherence and mitigating risks through meticulous document review and informed advisories. Skilled in fostering collaborative relationships and providing strategic legal support to drive organisational success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
LEGAL OFFICER
United Bank for Africa (Tanzania) Limited
Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam Region
06.2024 - Current
- Established confidential client files; maintained organisation across all records.
- Ran legal training courses to improve employee understanding of current requirements.
- Organize Board committee meetings, AGMs for the bank and render secretarial services such as recording minutes.
- Anchor preparations for the Annual General Meetings (AGMs) of the bank’s stakeholders in the country.
- Render necessary secretarial services during Board meetings.
- Ensure timely returns to Regulatory authority’s matters relating to Legal and Corporate Governance.
- Ensure Corporate Governance compliance with the requirements of the Bank of Tanzania (BOT).
- Vet and execute documents under the common seal.
- Ensure proper custody, and use of the common seal of the country.
- Advise executive management on relevant country laws and regulations.
- Track development, and International best practices in corporate governance, and advise management accordingly.
- Drafting, negotiating and reviewing contracts between the Bank and other parties such as vendors.
- Preparing security documentation in respect of approved credit facilities and overseeing their registration in relevant facilities.
- Providing adequate advice on legal issues that emanate from existing bank transactions or agreements.
- Providing interpretation of local laws and regulations affecting the Bank’s business and operations.
- Managing the Bank’s litigation portfolio by using the external lawyers, conducting prompt and strategic reviews of the same ensuring that the protection of the Bank’s interests is adequately protected.
- Liaising with the legal division in the Head Office (UBA PLC) to adapt the legal policies of the Bank while ensuring compliance to all local legal and statutory requirements with the region.
- Updating the company's information in BRELA and ensuring all notices are provided timely to the Registrar of companies.
- Preparing weekly, monthly and quarterly reports on legal and corporate governance matters.
- Applying for renewal of business licences for the head office and branches across Tanzania.
TAX & BUSINESS CONSULTANT
Rook Consultants Limited
Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam Region
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Company incorporation covering corporate registration and licensing requirements.
- Payroll management for corporate customers.
- Provision of tax and transaction advisory services.
- Conduct due diligence on tax matters.
- Secretarial services to ensure appropriate filing and notice to the company's registry.
- Handling tax assessment claims and objection proceedings on behalf of customers at the Tanzania Revenue Authority.
LEGAL ASSOCIATE
Anjarwalla & Khanna Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Advising and assisting clients in pre and post incorporation and registration of Legal Entities including but not limited to companies, charitable organization such as NGOs and societies, attending to their statutory compliance requirements for both local and international clients
- Advising clients on potential legislative and regulatory enactments likely to influence the client’s business activities
- Registering transfer/sale of properties at the Lands Registry
- Drafting among other things Share Purchase Agreements, Share Allotment Agreements, Lease Agreements, Sale Agreements, Settlement Agreements, Employment Contract and Memorandums of Understanding, due diligence reports, and regulatory framework reports
- Conducted comprehensive due diligence for both banking and real estate transactions, identifying legal risks and providing strategic recommendations to optimize outcomes
LEGAL INTERN
Safari Africa Arbitration & Legal
Dar Es Salaam
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Drafting legal documents and preparing legal opinions
- Representing clients in court during scheduled cases
- Advising clients on legal matters
- Attending client meetings and updating them on case status
- Stayed abreast of changes in legislative and regulatory guidelines
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information
- Worked independently to meet deadlines and achieve objectives for special projects
- Produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, pleadings and statements
- Demonstrated working with people across different social identities and backgrounds
LITIGATION PARALEGAL
Trustmark Attorneys Law Firm
Dar Es Salaam
09.2017 - 10.2020
- Proficient in interviewing clients on interrogatories, meticulously recording answers, and preparing final submissions for attorney review
- Assisted litigation teams in legal investigations, trial preparation, and trial presentation, contributing to the overall success of cases
- Played a pivotal role in organizing and preparing case exhibits and evidence, ensuring a seamless and persuasive presentation in court
- Conducted thorough analysis of legal statutes, codes, and precedent-setting court decisions, facilitating informed decision-making in legal proceedings
- Established and maintained case management and client account databases, enhancing overall efficiency and organization
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Legal Practice
The Law School of Tanzania (LST)
Bachelor of Laws - undefined
Mzumbe University Mbeya Campus College (MU)
Advanced Certificate - Secondary Education
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Secondary School
Ordinary Certificate - Secondary Education
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Secondary School
Skills
- Settlement Negotiation
- Client Representation
- Legal Writing
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Case Interpretation
- Microsoft tools
- Legal Research and Review
- Financial and time management
Accomplishments
With a proven track record in delivering high-quality legal support, I brought strategic and detail-oriented approach to the preparation and presentation of court documents. Collaborating closely with clients to understand their business objectives, tailoring legal strategies to align with their goals, and delivering results that contribute to their success.
HOBBIES
- Active participation in social and professional events.
- Adventure enthusiast.
- Avid reader of articles.
LIST OF MEMBERSHIP
• Tanganyika Law Society (TLS), the Bar Association of Tanzania.
• East African Law Society (EALS)
REFERENCES
• Juliana Mosha, Senior Associate, +255 762 727 712, Anjarwalla & Khanna Tanzania, juliana.mosha@alnafrica.co.tz
• Mr. Omari Issa, Lecturer, Mzumbe University, +255 784 620 402 / +255 652 451
140, omyrashi@gmail.com
• Monica Denis Mushy, Advocate, Law Access Advocates, +255 765 667 292, monica@lawaccess.co.tz
Certification
I, Maria Raymond Ringia, do hereby certify that the information contained herein in my curriculum vitae is true to the best of my knowledge and that this bio data correctly describes me.
Timeline
LEGAL OFFICER
United Bank for Africa (Tanzania) Limited
06.2024 - Current
TAX & BUSINESS CONSULTANT
Rook Consultants Limited
01.2024 - 05.2024
LEGAL ASSOCIATE
Anjarwalla & Khanna Tanzania
02.2022 - 09.2023
LEGAL INTERN
Safari Africa Arbitration & Legal
09.2021 - 01.2022
LITIGATION PARALEGAL
Trustmark Attorneys Law Firm
09.2017 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Laws - undefined
Mzumbe University Mbeya Campus College (MU)
Advanced Certificate - Secondary Education
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Secondary School
Ordinary Certificate - Secondary Education
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Secondary School
Postgraduate Diploma - Legal Practice
The Law School of Tanzania (LST)
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