Legal Manager1
kampala, Uganda * Fulltime
NFT Consults
Category: Legal
Total Positions:
Location: kampala, Uganda
Fulltime
Salary: Not mentioned
Posted 1 year ago
You are open-minded and passionate, and your work energizes others. You are committed to the timely delivery of a job well done, and you behave with integrity and transparency.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• External Legal Services and Litigation:
• Ensure the business operates within the industry’s legal and regulatory compliance framework.
• Advise on strategy of dealing with ministries, regulatory and other authorities and meet and confer with such authorities where required.
• Lead stakeholder engagement with TCRA & the responsible Ministry of ICT and any other key stakeholders in the regulatory environment.
• Legal Risk Management:
• Keep the Board, the CEO, and members of the management team informed and updated on legislative matters relating to responsibilities and duties relating to regulatory and compliance.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
Recommended for you
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Excellent understanding of the mobile mast market, key customers and suppliers in Uganda.Recruitment agency
• 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).
• Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Ability to provide Explicit Reports
• Strong Decision-making
• Strong organizational and relationship management skills.
• Strong commercial focus and orientation.
• Results-oriented.
• High degree of integrity.
• Strong People Management Skills.
• Strong Follow-Up and Follow Through.
• Emotional Intelligence & Behavior
• Uganda Law degree required. Admission to the Uganda Bar is an added advantage.
• Minimum 8 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 especially helpful.
• Female candidates encouraged to apply.
• Professional competencies
• Integrity; leadership; Innovation; Relationship
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Assertive, Self-starter, Proactive, Innovative, Attention to detail
• Self-reliance in the management of assigned tasks
• Reliable and methodical with integrity.
• Team player with a high level of responsibility
• Knowledge and application of Finance management and accounting
• Understanding of Uganda Communication Regulatory regime
• Understanding of Corporate Finance and M&A
• Data analyses and concise accurate legal report writing.
• Understanding of the key elements in the tower business
• Computer literate and familiar with MS Office suite is critical.
HOW TO APPLY
Please follow the application instructions provided in the full job description above.
CLICK HERE TO APPLYDeadline: Expired
Related Jobs
URSB
Deadline: 06 Aug 2026
URSB
Deadline: 06 Aug 2026
Premier Distilleries Ltd
Deadline: Open until filled
Mamoru
Deadline: Open until filled
Mogo Uganda
Deadline: Open until filled