Legal Officer - Legal Services

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following posts within the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) - an equal opportunity employer. LEGAL OFFICER - LEGAL SERVICES - LEVEL 8 Reporting to: Head Criminal and Civil Litigation Location: ZB Centre, Head Office Key Responsibilities Representing the Authority in all Courts of law, as well as in internal disciplinary hearings; Analysing court process instituted against the Authority Researching into law and making recommendations on whether to oppose the lawsuit or to settle; Liaising with relevant ZIMRA divisions and taking full instructions on lawsuits pertaining to those divisions; Drafting and filing of court process when instituting legal proceedings on behalf of the Authority or when defending the Authority in any suit brought against it; Liaising with and instructing external legal practitioners to represent the Authority where necessary; Monitoring progress of cases at court and cases outsourced to external legal practitioners; Analysing judgments delivered on cases in which the Authority was involved, advising stakeholders of the outcome of the litigation cases, and future course of action to be taken; Identification and preparation of cases for prosecution of tax offences; Researching and providing legal opinions on issues affecting ZIMRA's operations, and making recommendations to internal and external clients; Providing legal advice to all Authority staff to enable them to effectively carry out their duties; Participating in National Works Council Meetings and providing legal advice on matters arising therein; Giving personal advise to all staff of the Authority on any legal issues under the auspices of the Legal Aid Clinic except on Labour matters; Deputising the Head Civil & Criminal Litigation and performing his/her duties in his/her absence; Any other duties as may be assigned by the Head Fiscal Litigation/ Civil & Criminal Litigation from time to time. Job Skills and Competencies Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Very good writing, drafting and presentation skills. Unquestionable integrity. Good organisational and time management skills. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor of Laws Honours degree or equivalent. A relevant Masters' degree is an added advantage. At least three (3) years' work experience in a litigation environment. Knowledge of Zimbabwean Taxes and Customs laws. Computer literacy is a requirement. A clean class 4 driver's licence TO APPLY Interested candidates should submit applications, accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae by 13 November 2026. All applications should be emailed to: ZimraRecruitment@zimra.co.zw clearly stating the position applied for and addressed to: The Director, Human Capital Zimbabwe Revenue Authority 6th Floor ZB Centre Corner First Street / Kwame Nkrumah Avenue P. O. Box 4360 HARARE Please note female candidates and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and only shortlisted applicants will be responded to. Duties and responsibilities Representing the Authority in all Courts of law, as well as in internal disciplinary hearings; Analysing court process instituted against the Authority Researching into law and making recommendations on whether to oppose the lawsuit or to settle; Liaising with relevant ZIMRA divisions and taking full instructions on lawsuits pertaining to those divisions; Drafting and filing of court process when instituting legal proceedings on behalf of the Authority or when defending the Authority in any suit brought against it; Liaising with and instructing external legal practitioners to represent the Authority where necessary; Monitoring progress of cases at court and cases outsourced to external legal practitioners; Analysing judgments delivered on cases in which the Authority was involved, advising stakeholders of the outcome of the litigation cases, and future course of action to be taken; Identification and preparation of cases for prosecution of tax offences; Researching and providing legal opinions on issues affecting ZIMRA's operations, and making recommendations to internal and external clients; Providing legal advice to all Authority staff to enable them to effectively carry out their duties; Participating in National Works Council Meetings and providing legal advice on matters arising therein; Giving personal advise to all staff of the Authority on any legal issues under the auspices of the Legal Aid Clinic except on Labour matters; Deputising the Head Civil & Criminal Litigation and performing his/her duties in his/her absence; Any other duties as may be assigned by the Head Fiscal Litigation/ Civil & Criminal Litigation from time to time. How to apply Interested candidates should submit applications, accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae by 13 November 2026. All applications should be emailed to: ZimraRecruitment@zimra.co.zw clearly stating the position applied for and addressed to: The Director, Human Capital Zimbabwe Revenue Authority 6th Floor ZB Centre Corner First Street / Kwame Nkrumah Avenue P. O. Box 4360 HARARE Please note female candidates and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and only shortlisted applicants will be responded to.