#Meet
SHABNAM KRIS
#theRainMaker
- +255 222 000 180
- shabnam@rive.co.tz
- Pegueot House, 1st Floor Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
OVERVIEW
Shabnam Kris is an Associate and Business Development Manager at Rive & Co in Dar es Salaam, where she specializes in corporate governance, she has made significant contributions as the head of the Company Secretarial Department.
Her journey in the legal field began with a passion for corporate law and a commitment to ensuring compliance and transparency within organizations. With a background in law and experience in innovation, she seamlessly blends legal acumen with strategic vision, playing a pivotal role in shaping the firm’s growth. Shabnam Kris is not only recognized for her professional achievements but also for her commitment to mentorship and community engagement. She actively participates in industry events, sharing her insights on corporate governance and legal developments.
Beyond the boardroom, Shabnam is an advocate for diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. She believes in creating opportunities for aspiring legal professionals especially young women and has been involved in initiatives aimed at promoting diversity within the legal community. She holds a postgraduate certificate in practising law from Northumbria University and is a member of the Middle Inn Temple, London.
In her multifaceted role at Rive & Co, Shabnam Kris continues to be a driving force, contributing to the firm’s success and exemplifying excellence in both legal practice and business development. Her story serves as an inspiration to those aspiring to make a lasting impact in the dynamic intersection of law and corporate management.
ADMISSIONS AND AFFILICATIONS:
Membership
- Middle Inn Temple since 2020
Professional Qualifications
· LLB. Law Degree (UK Transfer Program – Scholarship)
- Postgraduate in Law Practice – Bar Professional Training Course
ARTICLES WRITTEN:
- Free Carried Interest Shares in Tanzania Mining Legislation
- LLB Degree and Bar Professional Training Course – Northumbria University, Newcastle, United Kingdom.
- Drafted and supervised due diligence reports for Stanbic Bank Tanzania Limited including but not limited to Mohammed Enterprises Transportation Limited, Dangote Limited and Geita Gold Mining Limited.
- Set up and incorporated several companies in Tanzania including Primera Corp, African Value Exports, Coastal Nuts Limited, Faroo Limited.
- Reviewing of security documents including mortgages, debentures and many more.
- Working as a company secretary for various companies including Jubilee Health and Atrium International Limited.
- Managed the transfer of a property sale valued at USD 5,150,000 for a client and their buyer.
- Crafted and negotiated diverse contracts on behalf of clients, ensuring the protection of their interests, including those of Givorah Recycling Limited.
- Oversee all legal matters, including contracts, regulatory compliance, and intellectual property.
- Provided in-depth legal analyses and offered expert opinions to clients on a spectrum of issues, with a particular focus on matters such as severance payments by ensuring that clients were well-informed about the legal implications and compliance requirements on their matters, offering strategic advice to navigate potential risks.
- Developed and implemented legal strategies and collaborated with key persons to comprehend the overarching business goals, and in response, formulated and executed comprehensive legal strategies that harmonized with these objectives. This went beyond conventional legal advice, incorporating risk management measures into the strategies to fortify the company’s position. This involved a holistic approach that not only addressed legal concerns but also contributed to the overarching success of the business.
- Provided training to employees and trainees on legal compliance. Employing interactive and engaging training methods and ensured that the legal principles were not only comprehensible but also retained by the participants.
- Manage external legal counsel relationships and negotiate legal service agreements by strategic approaches to vendor management, ensuring that external legal support was not only cost-effective but also aligned with the high standards expected by the company.
- Stayed abreast of changes in laws, regulations, and judicial decisions and prepared legal memos, briefs, and reports on various legal issues.
- Assisted in case preparation and trial support through document review, analysis, and legal research to bolster the strength of legal arguments and strategies. My coordination with legal teams ensured a cohesive approach to gathering evidence, ultimately contributing to the effectiveness of case preparation and trial support.
- Debate Champion for ‘Inter Debate on Gender Discrimination’ – Nilai ,Malaysia 2016.
- Eating all day everyday.
- Watching serial killers documentaries on Netflix
- Finding new ways to annoy my cat, Tiger.
