Legal Officer Advisory

To provide legal support and advice to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and company policies while protecting the company’s interests. The Legal Officer – Advisory Services focuses on implementing legal strategies, interpreting laws, drafting and reviewing contracts and advising on legal risks associated with operational and business activities.

Impact: This position supports the legal function by implementing legal advisory services, ensuring compliance and managing legal risks. It contributes to minimizing legal exposure, safeguarding the company’s reputation, and ensuring smooth operational execution and organizational compliance with laws, regulations and company policy.

Academic Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) from a recognized institution
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Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice
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Admission to the Bar as and licensed to practice as an advocate in Uganda.
Experience
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Minimum of 3 years of post-admission legal experience, with a focus on providing legal advisory services, interpretation of law, and management of contracts and contracting processes under the laws of Uganda;
•Familiarity with laws governing utilities or energy sector is an advantage.

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Assist in implementing legal strategies by providing timely and accurate advice on legal matters
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Research and interpret laws, regulations and legal provisions to support company operations
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Draft, review, and provide feedback on contracts, agreements, and memoranda of understanding to ensure compliance with laws, regulations and company policies
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Support contract negotiation processes by providing relevant legal input
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Identify and analyze potential legal risks in the company’s business and operational activities
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Provide recommendations for risk mitigation and compliance
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Ensure all company activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies
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Assist in updating and implementing legal compliance frameworks
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Maintain an organized repository of legal documents and ensure proper documentation of advisory services
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Prepare legal opinions, briefs and reports for internal use
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Liaise with other departments to provide legal support and ensure alignment with organizational goals
12.Support the Senior Legal Officer in executing legal strategies and initiatives