Uganda Free Zones Authority Legal Counsel Jobs in Uganda
Job Summary
The jobholder is responsible for assisting the Manager Legal Affairs handle legal and regulatory matters of the Authority
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Monitor changes in the legal system, review new and proposed laws and their impact on the Authority and advise accordingly.
Review the Authority’s policies, procedures and manuals for compliance with National and Regional legal and regulatory frameworks and make appropriate recommendations
Provide Support in organising and facilitating Board Meetings
Draft and review contractual documents as assigned
Represent the Authority in Court in legal matters including drafting and review of court pleadings, preparation of witnesses, and other obligations that may arise from time to time to protect the Authority’s interests
Carry out legal research and provide well-reasoned opinions to the Authority
Prepare Legal and Regulatory reports for the Manager (Legal & Compliance) highlighting areas of noncompliance and mitigating actions
Prepare legal briefs as requested
Draft Court pleadings relevant to the cases and ensure that they are filed.
Conduct legal due diligence on transactions the Authority intends to enter into
Liaise with external Legal Counsel on various legal matters affecting the Authority.
Any other duties assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.
Basic Qualifications
An honours Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognised and reputable University
A Post graduate diploma in Legal Practice from the Law Development Centre
Should be enrolled advocate of the High Court with a valid practicing certificate with evidence of practice for at least five years
Any relevant professional qualification is an added advantage
Experience
A minimum of five (5) years in Legal Practice and Regulatory compliance in a busy law firm, a large Corporation, Organization or Government Department/ Agency
Character and Competences
Excellent Communication skills
Excellent Planning and prioritization skills
Must have a high level of professional and personal integrity
Excellent interpersonal skills
How to Apply
All candidates who are suitably qualified should send their applications together with a comprehensive curriculum Vitae with daytime contact details and three (3) referees and their full contact addresses, copies of academic testimonials and certificates as well as other relevant professional credentials to [email protected]
The application and all attachments should be sent as one file in PDF format properly labelled with the Applicants name.
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