Job Title:       Legal Manager

Department: Legal

Reports to:    Chief Legal Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Contract Management through the Dili Trust and Tarantula Property Management Tools:

• Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing all company contracts including Suppliers, Service Providers, Landlords, MNO customers among others.
• Ensure all contracts comply with approved Axian Group company policies, legal standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a centralized repository for all contractual documents and records in the DiliTrust portal and Tarantula portals.

1. Legal Compliance Monitoring:

• Develop and implement compliance programs to monitor adherence to contractual obligations including but not limited to Anti-Money Laundering/CFT, KYC obligations, Anti-Bribery and Corruption, Group Gift Policy, Whistleblowing, Conflict of Interest declarations among many others.
• Conduct regular audits of contracts to ensure compliance with terms and conditions both contractual and from an approved policy perspective.
• Identify and address potential compliance issues or risks associated with all company contracts.

1. Legal Policy Development with Group Compliance Officer:

• Work together with the Group Compliance Officer to develop, update, and enforce internal policies and procedures related to contract management and compliance.
• Provide guidance and regular training to staff on contract compliance policies and best practices.

1. Legal Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks in contractual agreements and develop strategies to mitigate those risks.
• Ensure timely resolution of compliance-related issues and disputes.
• Collaborate with legal and risk management teams to address and resolve contract compliance matters.

1. Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare and present regular reports on contract compliance status and activities to senior management.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all compliance activities and findings.

1. Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work closely with internal stakeholders, including legal, finance, procurement, and operations teams, to ensure contract compliance.
• Liaise with external parties such as clients, vendors, and regulatory bodies to resolve compliance-related matters.

1. Training and Development:

• Conduct training sessions for employees on contract compliance requirements and best practices as directed and advised by the Group Compliance team.
• Stay updated on industry trends, legal developments, and regulatory changes affecting contract compliance.

Education, Skills, and Experience:

• Uganda Law degree required. Admission to the Uganda Bar is an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years PQE serving as a corporate, real estate and transactional attorney.
• Prior experience working for UK, EU, or US-based law firms, or legal education in the US, South Africa, UK, would be a plus.
• Prior real estate law, telecom/carrier and/or mergers & acquisitions experience is especially helpful.
• Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent understanding of the mobile mast market, key customers and suppliers in Uganda.
• Detailed knowledge of Local Law and Local Policies.
• Excellent ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Good public relations skills (e.g., ability to represent the company and generate positive influence.in the external and internal communities).
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and contribute to team initiatives.
• Proficient in Microsoft (WORD, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Attention to Detail.
• Ability to provide Explicit Reports.
• Strong Decision-making.
• Strong organizational and relationship management skills.