Oil Company Jobs – Legal Advisor – CNOOC Uganda Limited

Job Title:   Legal Advisor

Organisation: CNOOC Uganda Limited

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

 

About US:

CNOOC Uganda Limited is a subsidiary of China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC). CNOOC International is one of the largest oil and gas companies in Uganda’s energy sector and owns one-third interests in each of Exploration Areas (EA) EA1/1A, EA2 and Kingfisher. Our partners are Total E&P Uganda (33.3%) and Tullow Oil (33.3%). CNOOC International operates the Kingfisher production license.

 

Job Summary:  The Legal Advisor will be responsible for monitoring litigation, coordinating court proceedings as well as managing resolution of potential and actual disputes for the company.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Monitor litigation, attend court hearings, supervise external counsel and conduct case management.
  • Provide legal support and advise all departments regarding the business operations, corporate compliance and all other legal matters of the company.
  • Draft, review, negotiate and advise on company commercial contracts and other relevant company documents and agreements required for conduct of company business.
  • Study laws and regulations, monitor changes in relevant legislation and assist to manage the legal risks in that regard.
  • Represent the company in meetings, negotiations, discussions and other dealings with regulators, government authorities and other third parties.
  • Review procurement contracts, provide legal advice, participate in negotiations and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Provide support to Land Acquisition activities including review of contractor agreements and reports, attend meetings and support dispute resolution.
  • Support the compliance function with the implementation and promotion of the company’s compliance work plan including due diligence tasks, review and monitoring of CNOOC’s anti-corruption and bribery risk mapping and risk mitigation plan.
  • Participate in Compliance related engagements with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Coordinate the preparation, documentation, review and submission of periodic progress reports to relevant internal and external stakeholders.
  • Perform other duties assigned by Supervisor.

 



Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Law.
  • A Postgraduate diploma in Legal Practice is a must.
  • Four years of related working experience, preferably in the Oil & Gas Industry and in International companies.
  • Demonstrated experience in handling litigation/arbitration and dispute resolution.
  • Extensive knowledge of Ugandan and International laws, regulations and policies.
  • Knowledge of commercial contracts and petroleum contracts.

 

How to Apply:

Please upload your CV, academic documents and application letter merged into one PDF. Your CV must have your contact information, academic qualifications (including a bachelor’s degree), nationality and 3 references. Follow the link below.

 

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Deadline: 7th June 2024 by 5PM

 

NB: Women are encouraged to apply. We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.

 

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Date Posted 2024-05-23T13:38
Valid Through 2024-06-08T00:00
Employment Type FULL_TIME
Hiring Organization CNOOC Uganda Limited
Job Location Kampala, Kampala, Kampala , 0256, Uganda

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