Legal Officer

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Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

To support in ensuring that all legal liability and third-party claims are mitigated and handled in a manner that reduces the level of risk and exposure to the Company's and provide company secretarial support and in-house legal advisory services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Reduced litigation costs through in-house negotiations and settlements

·       Reduced customer complaints at the IRA Complaints Bureau and improved customer relations

·       Timely and prompt recoveries.

·       Timely drafting or review of contracts as required by other business units

·       Existence of up-to-date contracts and/or SLAs for all service providers.

·       Improved claims processes and procedures and 100% compliance to QOP and ISO 9001.

·       Cordial working relationship with external Counsel in handling litigation, claims and other related matters.

·       Improved stakeholder engagement and management.

·       Adequate support to the company secretariat in executing Board and governance related functions.

·       Recommend changes and give legal opinions in respect to processes, procedures and risks arising to ensure that we minimize losses to the entity.

·       Ensure that all legal claims are registered and acknowledged promptly and constantly update on the status to facilitate timely settlement of claims.

·       Monitor that external counsel acting for the company provides status reports on a quarterly basis or as may be required from time to time.

·       Support in the preparation of Board papers and reports.

·       Carry out research and prepare reports/legal opinions on legal issues.

·       Participate in negotiations on commercial and business-related matters.

·       Draft and/or review contracts, leases, agreements and other legal documents between the Company and other parties.

·       Negotiate out of court settlements with third parties that have initiated or threatened any legal action against the company.

·       Provide efficient Board secretariat services as may be directed from time to time. 

·       Participate in formulation and review of policies and procedures for the Company.

·       Monitor contractual, policy and regulatory compliance.

·       Monitor that the reserves are adequate and regularly revised to reflect the accurate position of the company’s liability.

·       Monitor that recoveries are made promptly and within the specified time lines so as to reduce the final cost of the claims.

·       Handle conveyancing matters.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE.

Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB)

Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice

Advocate of the High Court of Uganda

ICSA (added advantage)

3 years' experience in legal practice

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES.

·       Oral and Written Communication Skills        

·       Analytical Skills

·       Interpersonal Skills

·       Basic computer Skills

·       Ability to work under minimum supervision

·       Ability to meet deadlines and prioritise tasks

ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING (AML) EXPECTATION

The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring adherence to Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws and regulations. Additionally, the role involves identifying and monitoring potential AML compliance breaches and unusual activities and escalating these concerns to the Risk and Compliance Office for further action.

Skills

Business, Contract Agreements, Contract Review, Legal Advisory, Legal Documents, Legal Issues, Legal Liability, Legal Opinions, Litigation, Negotiation, Researching

Competencies

CollaboratesCommunicates EffectivelyDecision QualityEnsures AccountabilityInstills TrustManages ComplexityOptimizes Work ProcessesPlans and Aligns

Education

Bachelors Degree (B): Law (Required)

Closing Date

14 November 2026 , 23:59

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