JOB DETAILS:

Job Summary:

A skilled Lawyer. As a Deputy Legal Advisor, you will provide expert legal advice and guidance to the organisation on a wide range of legal matters. You will be responsible for ensuring that the company's operations are conducted in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will possess excellent legal knowledge, analytical thinking, and communication skills to effectively address legal issues and support business objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and guidance to various departments within the organisation on matters such as contracts, employment law, regulatory compliance, and other legal issues.
• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents to protect the company's interests and mitigate legal risks.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in laws and regulations that could impact the company's operations and advise accordingly.
• Assist in the development and implementation of legal policies and procedures.
• Conduct legal research to support business decisions and provide recommendations based on findings.
• Assist in managing disputes and litigation, working towards cost-effective and timely resolutions.
• Ensure that the company's activities and operations are conducted in accordance with ethical standards and within the legal parameters.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Contract Management: Timely review and negotiation of contracts with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Risk Mitigation: Identification of potential legal risks and implementation of strategies to minimize those risks, resulting in reduced legal disputes.
• Compliance Adherence: Ensuring the company's compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Response Time: Prompt and effective response to legal inquiries and requests from internal stakeholders.
• Legal Research: Consistently providing well-researched legal opinions and recommendations to support business decisions.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Ability to collaborate with various departments and provide actionable legal advice that aligns with business goals.

Qualifications:

• Law Degree from an accredited law school.
• Active licence to practise law in Uganda.
• At least 3 Years of experience as a practising attorney with strong understanding of the Laws of Uganda especially the Commercial and Civil aspects.
• Experience working as legal counsel in a structured corporate environment will be an added advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment