JOB DETAILS:
To guide and support on MTN Uganda’s commercial legal and governance portfolio.

Main Job Functions:
• Negotiating, drafting and/or review of contracts, and providing advice on implications of contractual terms from a legal and risk management perspective.
• Advising on legal and compliance matters based on applicable laws including employment laws.

• Advising on corporate governance legal requirements and best practice.

• Tracking and advising on compliance with corporate policies, constitutional documents, board mandate and terms of reference, and amendment of such documents for compliance with applicable laws and recommended governance practice.

• Preparing and filing statutory notifications and documents.

• Providing necessary support with respect to all board administration and shareholder meeting activities.

Key Performance Areas (Smart)
• Ensure compliance with internal and statutory governance requirements.
• Support the operational teams with reference to managing the company’s commercial contracting portfolio.

Education
• Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognised university in Uganda.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (Bar course qualification) from the Law Development Centre, Uganda.

Work Experience
• Minimum of 3 years' work experience in a legal role, with at least 2 years spent in a busy commercial law firm or an in-house legal role in a reputable organization in the private sector.
• Demonstrable experience in providing governance support including ensuring compliance with statutory governance requirements.

• Demonstrable experience in handling legal advisory aspects related to contract management (including contract negotiation and drafting).

Competencies
• Strong technical skills with respect to appreciation and application of the law and business communication (oral and written), and ability to deliver high-quality first-draft work product.
• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to continuous improvement and learning.
• Ability to balance working independently with collaborating effectively with a team.
• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.