Legal Adviser
Location | Kampala, Uganda |
Date Posted | November 30, 2024 |
Category |
Legal
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Job Type |
Full-time
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Currency | UGX |
Description
JOB DETAILS:
Exquisite Solution Limited, a leading HR recruitment and management company, is seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Adviser to join our client’s dynamic team in the oil and gas sector. The Legal Adviser will play a vital role in providing comprehensive legal support, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations, and safeguarding the company’s interests while advancing strategic business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
• Monitor and interpret changes in local laws and regulations, providing timely legal advice to management.
• Review contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to ensure legality and compliance.
• Handle legal disputes, including litigation, arbitration, and other legal proceedings.
• Develop and implement effective solutions for dispute resolution.
• Participate in major business negotiations and decision-making processes, offering professional legal advice and strategies.
• Provide guidance on laws and regulations related to the company’s operations.
• Review and ensure compliance with internal company policies and regulations.
• Support the protection of trademarks, patents, copyrights, and other intellectual property.
• Manage intellectual property disputes to safeguard the company’s rights.
• Collaborate closely with the headquarters’ legal team and other departments.
• Report progress and propose legal solutions for identified issues.
• Conduct training sessions to enhance employee awareness of local laws and regulations.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Marketing Manager.
Qualifications and Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Law with a recognized legal certification.
• Minimum of five (5) years of legal practice, preferably in multinational corporations or reputable international law firms.
• Strong knowledge of local laws, international commercial law, and related legal practices.
• Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate effectively across cultures.
• Fluency in English and the local language, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong logical reasoning and problem-solving skills for handling complex legal issues.