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Legal Officer
Majibu Africa
UGX 1,500,000 - 2,000,000/monthly
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a capable and detail-oriented Legal Officer to join our team.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and manage loan agreements, MOUs, and other legal documents
- Ensure compliance with Ugandan financial regulations, including the Tier 4 Microfinance Institutions and Money Lenders Act
- Advise management on legal risks and regulatory matters
- Support debt recovery and repossession processes
- Liaise with external lawyers, regulators (URA, UMRA), and government bodies
- Support registration of securities under the Chattels Securities Act, 2014
Requirements
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognised university
- Post-graduate Diploma in Legal Practice (Law Development Centre)
- Minimum 2 years of legal practice, ideally in financial services or microfinance
- Experience with contract drafting and debt recovery is an advantage
- Practical, solutions-oriented, honest, and detail-oriented
What We Offer
Competitive salary (negotiable)
- Real growth opportunities in a fast-expanding company
- Open and collaborative work environment
How to Apply
All applications will be received and reviewed through the BrighterMonday Portal by clicking on the 'Apply Here' section
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