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Job Title: Legal Assistant – Tax Department (Fresher Jobs)
Organisation: Mazars
Duty Station: Bugolobi, Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Tax Manager
About US:
Mazars BRJ is the Uganda integrated firm of Mazars Group and a member of the Mazars East Africa Group (“MEAG”) made up of offices in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda. Mazars is an international integrated and independent firm, specializing in audit, accountancy, advisory, tax, and legal services. We assist major international groups, entrepreneurial and small businesses, private investors, and public bodies at every stage of their development. Mazars operates in 90+ countries, worldwide, together with a presence in a further 19 where it has correspondent offices. Mazars BRJ’s offices are located in Bugolobi, a Kampala suburb.
Job Summary: The Legal Assistant will support the Tax department.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Company Secretarial for clients:
- Assist in the preparation and maintenance of company documents, including annual reports, meeting minutes, resolutions, and other related documents.
- Coordinate and manage corporate governance matters, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of corporate entities, ensuring all filings are completed on time and accurately.
- Assist in drafting and reviewing legal documents related to corporate matters.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders and external service providers to ensure smooth execution of company secretarial tasks.
TAT Litigation Support:
- Collaborate with legal teams to gather and organize documents, evidence, and information for TAT litigation cases.
- Conduct legal research to support the preparation of legal arguments and strategies for TAT hearings.
- Assist in the preparation of legal submissions, affidavits, and other court documents.
- Coordinate communication between the legal team, clients, and external parties involved in TAT cases.
- Maintain and update case files, ensuring all documentation is organized and readily accessible.
General Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to the Tax Department, including managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling correspondence.
- Assist in maintaining the department’s database and filing system.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents as required.
- Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations that may impact the department’s activities.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive legal and corporate information.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in law, Paralegal Studies, or a related field.
- Completed Post Graduate Diploma (LDC).
- Previous experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably with exposure to tax-related matters.
- Strong understanding of legal procedures and company secretarial practices.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their application letters and CV together with copies of their academic transcripts to the Managing Partner on info@mazars.ug
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.
Deadline: 29th August 2023
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