Legal Manager
Uganda * Full-time
MARU Credit
We Are Hiring: Legal Manager
Department: Legal
Location: Kampala
Reports To: Managing Director
Are you a seasoned legal professional passionate about governance, compliance, and enabling responsible financial services?
MARU Credit is seeking an experienced and highly driven Legal Manager to lead all legal, regulatory and governance matters across the institution. This role is critical to ensuring full regulatory compliance, proactive legal risk management and strong legal support for business growth.
Learn more at www.marucredit.com.
Role Overview
The Legal Manager will oversee legal advisory, regulatory compliance, contract management, litigation and corporate governance. The role partners closely with senior management, the Board and internal teams to safeguard the institution’s interests while enabling sustainable growth.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide practical legal advice on commercial, financial, employment and operational matters
- Identify and manage legal and regulatory risks across products, partnerships and strategic initiatives
- Interpret and advise on applicable financial sector laws and regulatory requirements
- Support regulatory inspections, audits and enforcement actions
- Draft, review and negotiate contracts including loan agreements, security documents, SLAs and partnerships
- Manage litigation, disputes and external legal counsel
- Advise the Board and management on corporate governance and statutory compliance
- Develop legal policies, templates and conduct internal legal awareness sessions
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
- Diploma in Legal Practice (LDC)
- Advocate of the High Court of Uganda with a minimum of 6 years’ post-admission experience
- At least 5 years’ relevant experience, preferably within financial services, microfinance, or another regulated institution
- Strong working knowledge of financial services regulation, contract law, and litigation
Key Competencies
- Strong judgment and high ethical standards
- Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills
Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities - Ability to work collaboratively with Risk, Compliance and business teams
HOW TO APPLY
17 Application Deadline: January 15, 2026
If you’re ready to make an impact and grow with a purpose-driven financial institution, apply below:
https://forms.gle/X4s68dF7ks3nTBPCA
Deadline: Expired
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About The Employer
About MARU Credit MARU Credit is a licensed Tier IV Financial Institution regulated by the Uganda Microfinance Regulatory Authority (UMRA). We provide accessible, reliable and customer-focused credit solutions tailored to real client needs. Our work is grounded in professionalism, integrity and a strong commitment to long-term impact for individuals and businesses.
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