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Job Title:  Legal Officer (Fresher Jobs)

Organization: Centenary Bank

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Legal Manager – Credit Securities

About US:

Centenary Bank is a leading Commercial Microfinance Bank serving over a third of the banking population with services that can be accessed across 80 branches, 191 ATMs and over 5,200 CenteAgents and other digital platforms.

Job Summary:   The Legal Officer will draft and review legal documents including pleadings, contracts, credit facilities and securities and represent the bank in legal matters including in courts of law in line with the law, bank policies, regulations and best practice. Conduct legal research and provide legal advice to mitigate risk and safeguard bank interest.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist and collaborate with management in the perfection and registration of credit documents and securities for compliance with relevant legislation.
• Conduct legal research and provide legal advice and guidance for proactive compliance of the Bank with new legislation and best practices impacting the operating environment.
• Draft and review contracts entered into by the Bank in its operations including but not limited to procurement of goods, services and engagement with partners.
• Draft, review and approve documentation for provision of loans and advances to Bank customers in line with Divisional mandates.
• Prepare divisional reports in line with the division guidelines and advise on appropriate legal risk and performance management measures and action.
• Provide legal advice/opinions and draft responses to notices of intention to sue from customers or their legal representative to redress customers or enforce bank’s rights
• Represent the Bank in courts of law and the Legal division at Management Committees and inter-divisional meetings.
• Review investigation reports, enquiries and internal audit findings and make recommendations for appropriate legal action to redress/safeguard the Bank.
• Support Management in monitoring and reporting compliance with divisional SLAs and in the management of staff, external resource providers and budget performance.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in law and diploma in legal practice (LDC)
• Two years of experience of Court Practice.
• One year of bank in-house counsel practice is an added advantage
• Delivering Operational Excellence
• Delivering Customer Expectations
• Following Instructions and Procedures
• Planning and Organizing
• Writing and Reporting
• Understanding data and generating solutions

How to Apply:

If you are interested in joining a dynamic team in a fast-paced work environment and meet fully the requirements above, please:

Download an application form, Click Here

Fill the form and attach an application letter (addressed to General Manager Human Resource, Centenary Bank, P.O. Box 1892, Kampala), updated Curriculum Vitae, plus copies of all academic credentials, testimonials and contact details of three competent referees.

E-mail the above to: Talent_sourcing@centenarybank.co.ug

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will, be contacted.

Deadline: 30^th November 2023 by 5:00pm

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