JOB SUMMARY
Legal/Corporate Affairs Department
Kapeeka, Luwero District, Uganda
Full Time
Senior/Supervisory Level
Twyford International Uganda is seeking a qualified and experienced Legal Supervisor to provide legal guidance, manage compliance matters, support corporate governance, and supervise the legal function.
The successful candidate will provide legal advice to management, draft and review commercial contracts, manage litigation and disputes, identify legal risks, and ensure that statutory filings and regulatory approvals remain up to date.
This is a senior legal position suitable for an Advocate of the High Court of Uganda with strong experience in corporate law, contracts, litigation, regulatory compliance, and legal team supervision.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Legal Advice and Compliance
- Provide legal advice on business and operational matters. Interpret applicable laws and regulations.
- Monitor compliance and advise on risk mitigation measures.
Contract Drafting and Management
- Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts.
- Identity high-risk provisions and recommend protections. • Maintain contract records and ensure compliance.
Litigation and Dispute Resolution
- Manage ongoing litigation and legal disputes. Coordinate with external advocates.
- Monitor legal proceedings and advise management.
Legal Team Supervision
- Supervise and guide the legal team
- Allocate assignments and monitor performance
- Provide coaching and support professional development.
Corporate Governance and Board Support
- Support Board and governance processes. Prepare and review Board documentation
- Ensure compliance with legal and internal requirements.
Government and Regulatory Relations
- Liaise with government agencies and regulators.
- Follow up on approvals and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure timely statutory filings.
Legal Risk Management
- Identify and assess legal risks
- Recommend and monitor mitigation strategies.
- Support departments in making legally sound decisions.
Statutory Filings and Regulatory Approvals
- Monitor statutory filing deadlines.
- Ensure regulatory approvals are obtained and renewed. Maintain legal and regulatory records.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Academic Qualifications
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree
- Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (PGDLP)
Professional Qualification
- Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Uganda. Must have a valid Practising Certificate.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years’ relevant legal experience, with at least
- 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role
- Experience in corporate lawx, contracts, litigation, regulatory compliance and corporate governance
- Experience in a manufacturing industrial or multinational environment is an added advantage
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Strong legal, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills Sound knowledge of Ugandan laws and regulations.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- High integrity, professionalism and confidentiality
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
- Ability to provide practical and business-focused legal advice.
HOW TO APPLY
Send your CV and Cover Letter to: jobs-ug@twyfordtile.com
Email Subject:Legal Supervisor – Kapeeka
For enquiries, call: 0789255969/0771685697
