Legal Officer

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement legal strategies to protect the company’s interests and mitigate legal risks.
• Draft precise corporate legal documents and compile comprehensive case notes for review by the Regional Head of
  Legal & Compliance.
• Analyze and articulate legal ramifications on business operations and services offered.
• Assist the Regional Head of Legal & Compliance in providing corporate secretarial and regulatory services, including preparing materials for board and committee meetings and regulatory filings.
• Conduct in-depth research on relevant statutes, rulings, and precedents to inform legal opinions and briefs.
• Serve as the custodian of company contracts and legal documents, ensuring their currency and enforceability.
• Contribute valuable insights to contract management and deal formulation.
• Review corporate documents, resolutions, service agreements, and other pertinent materials.
• Facilitate communication with external parties on legal matters and maintain strong relationships with external lawyers.
• Prepare necessary documentation for statutory reports and recommend swift resolutions to legal issues to mitigate litigation risks.
• Attend court proceedings as required and liaise with regulatory authorities as necessary.
• Assist in reviewing company policies, procedures, governance documents, and intellectual property protection strategies.
• Maintain meticulous organization of legal documentation within the department and prepare monthly legal reports for Country and Regional Management.
• Provide legal advice and support to management on a wide range of legal issues.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Manage legal disputes, including liaising with external counsel and representing the company in court or alternative dispute resolution proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to keep abreast of legal developments and provide proactive advice to the business.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure legal compliance and best practices across the organization.
• Manage relationships with external legal advisors and service providers.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Legal Expertise
• Communication (Oral & Written)
• Relationship Management
• Negotiation
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving
• Planning and organization
• Customer orientation
• Confidentiality
• Teamwork

SKILLS

• Interpretation and Application of relevant laws and regulations
• Process Knowledge, Management and Application
• Legal Administration skills
• Industry knowledge
• Contract Writing
• Interviewing skills
• Active Listening
• Research skills

EDUCATION

• Minimum Qualification: A Bachelor of Laws degree or its equivalent from a recognized
  University
• Advocate of the High Court of Uganda

Professional certifications such as:

• CPS qualification will be an added advantage.
• Current Practicing Certificate

EXPERIENCE:

• 4 years’ experience in a Corporate (technology field preferred) legal environment 2 years of which should be in a financial institution.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Reporting line: Regional Head, Legal & Company

Secretariat

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Deadline: 10th Sept 2024