Job Title: Legal Officer Registration & Securities
Organisation: Pride Bank
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Pride Bank Limited (PBL) was licensed at a Tier II Credit Institution by Bank of Uganda (BoU) in November 2024 and has a capital base of Ugx. 175.8 billion. Pride aims at transforming lives responsibly by focusing on three High Impact Goals: boosting sustainable agricultural value, growing sustainable SMEs to drive economic transformation and fostering economic resilience through financial inclusion while offering innovative financial and non-financial solutions to people at the base of the economic pyramid and serving customers through 42 networked branches and 5 contact offices across the country.
Job Summary: The Legal Officer Registration & Securities will report to the Senior Legal Officer- Registration & Securities and will be based at Head office. He/ she will be responsible for providing legal services to support business operations in accordance with Bank’s policies, procedures and the law.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: Specific responsibilities include: –
- Provide legal services to Pride in a timely manner and ensure that business operations are within the established laws
- Handle litigation matters of Pride Bank in court, coordinating with lawyers, managing case records, and reporting progress.
- Support recovery of written off and bad loans by coordinating with debt collectors, preparing recovery
- documents, and monitoring performance.
- Offer legal advice to management and participate in key committees and hearings.
- Draft and review contracts, manage approvals, and maintain records.
- Ensure verification pf Collateral and security provided.
- Ensure compliance by reviewing loan files, auditing securities, preparing reports, and advising on legal matters.
- Security perfection (Mortgage registration and caveat registration)
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor of Law and Diploma in Legal Practice.
- Diploma in Legal Practice
- Postgraduate qualifications in laws/ business finance is an added advantage.
- At least three years’ experience with a valid practicing certificate.
- Knowledge of legal and regulatory provisions
- Risk management skills
- Analytical skills
- Communication skills
- Business Acumen and client focus
How to Apply:
If you believe you have the necessary skills, experience and desire to make a difference, then apply immediately and send a detailed CV. Interested candidates should forward their applications to the HEAD PEOPLE & CULTURE via email: [email protected]
Deadline: 17th October 2025
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36