Advertised: 25 September 2026
Nambawan Super Limited
Banking and Financial Services, Legal, Management | National Capital District
Nambawan Super Limited

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Manager Legal

Nambawan Super Limited (NSL) is seeking to recruit a suitably qualified and experienced individual for the position of Manager Legal for our Legal Division based in the Head Office, Port Moresby.

The role is responsible for providing a range of legal services to the Management, CEO and the Trustee ensuring members’ interests are protected whilst also ensuring operational excellence is maintained with NSL.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Legal & Advisory Services: Deliver sound legal advice, statutory interpretations, and opinions to the Management, CEO and the Trustee. Oversee contract management, conveyancing (including commercial leases), and draft various legal documentation.

  • Litigation & Dispute Resolution: Professionally represent the organization across the District, National, and Supreme Courts. Utilise strong negotiation skills to successfully resolve disputes and avoid litigation where possible.

  • Strategic & Financial Management: Translate corporate strategy into actionable operational plans for the division. Manage, forecast, and optimize the section's operational budgets and resources.

  • People Leadership & Talent Development: Lead, coach, and mentor a team of legal professionals. Establish clear goals, drive performance, and implement robust succession plans to build long-term capacity.

  • Compliance & Reporting: Understand the BPNG Prudential Standards requirement, meet the Fit & Proper criteria, understand NSL internal policies, and industry best practices. Deliver timely compliance reports to the Executive Management and Board Committees.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Degree in Law (LL.B) and be admitted to the PNG Bar and have a valid Certificate to practice law.
  • Minimum of 10 years of legal practice in PNG, with proven litigation experience in both the National and Supreme Courts.
  • Demonstrated expertise in commercial law, contracts management, and complex conveyancing negotiation.
  • Proven capacity to simplify complex legal concepts into sound, actionable advice.
  • Must strictly meet the BPNG requirements of a "fit and proper person".
  • Prior experience or deep understanding of Finance & Banking, Superannuation will be advantageous.
  • Exceptional capability to lead change, build professional relationships, and ability to work with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
  • High emotional intelligence, meticulous attention to detail, diplomacy, and the capacity to work autonomously while driving results.

How to Apply

To apply for the position, please submit your application consisting of a cover letter, resume & credentials including 3 current referees to email: [email protected]
Applications Close on Friday, 2 October 2026

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

"Nambawan Super Limited is an equal opportunity employer and offers an attractive salary package commensurate with qualification and experience."

More information

Job ID: #28634

Industry: Banking and Financial Services, Legal, Management

Location: National Capital District, Papua New Guinea

Company: Nambawan Super Limited

Company Description: Operating since 1962 with 245,514 Members, K13 billion in Funds under Management, and strong returns over the years, Nambawan Super is Papua New Guinea's longest-serving and most trusted superannuation fund. Our business practices are founded on principles of good governance, with our Members at the heart of everything we do. We believe that Super is for Everyone, whether you work for a private sector organisation, a small to medium enterprise, a Government department or agency, or in the informal sector. When you join Nambawan Super you become a member of our family.

Company Website: https://www.nambawansuper.com.pg/

Source: www.pngworkforce.com


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