JOB DETAILS:

KAAZI BUSINESS CONCEPTS

KaaziBC is an HR and Business Management Agency committed to turning ideas into impact based in Makindye, Kampala, Uganda.

We focus on empowering individuals, enterprises, and communities by providing structured solutions in HR consulting, workforce development, business operations, and strategic project management.  We focus on designing and implementing practical solutions that foster entrepreneurship, promote sustainable development, and uplift communities.

With a strong foundation in efficiency, ethics, and partnership, KaaziBC is committed to transforming  businesses and livelihoods through innovation, strategic capacity building, and people-centered solutions.

We are seeking for a Legal adviser.

Designation: Legal Adviser

Main Purpose:
To provide excellent strategic legal guidance to ensure that Kaazi BC's operations comply with applicable laws and regulatory frameworks in Uganda and beyond.

Key Responsibilities:

• Dispute Resolution
• Intellectual Property
• Legal Representation
• Business Structuring & Governance
• Legal Compliance & Risk Management
• Advisory on Regulatory & Licensing Issues
• Draft and review M.o.Us, partnership agreements and contracts, leases.
• Advising Kaazi BC on compliance with local, national, and international business laws.
• Advocating for Kaazi BC's interests during meetings with the partners or third parties.
• Represent or advise Kaazi BC in negotiations or legal proceedings when needed.
• Representing Kaazi BC in Legal Matter negotiations, mediations, or arbitrations.
• Review and negotiate agreements, contracts, Partnership or MoU and NDAs.
• Ensure compliance with Uganda’s Companies Act and URSB regulations.
• Advising on employee contracts, terminations, and workplace disputes.
• Provide ongoing legal advice on all Kaazi BC Company operations.
• Attend board or strategic meetings as needed to offer legal input.

Skills

• Risk Assessment & Legal Strategy
• Well versed with Labour & Employment Law Skills in mediation, negotiation, arbitration and guiding litigation.
• Expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and MoUs
• Familiarity with URSB, URA, PPDA, NEMA, and sector-specific compliance.
• High ethical standards and reliability when handling sensitive legal matters.
• Assisting in resolving conflicts through negotiation or mediation.
• Handle the Company Intellectual Property (IP) Protection
• Train Kaazi BC staff on legal matters.
• Able to secure and defend Kaazi BC’s trademarks, copyrights, and creative content.
• Knowledge of company law, shareholder rights and business structuring under Ugandan law.
• Comfortable using legal tech tools, digital document management, and online filing systems.