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Are you looking for Legal jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Legal Counsel job at ABSA Bank
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
Absa Bank Uganda Limited is part of Absa Group Limited, an African financial services group that aims to be the pride of the continent. Absa Group Limited is listed on the JSE in South Africa and is one of Africa’s largest diversified financial services groups with a presence in 12 countries across the continent and around 42, 000 employees.
Absa Bank Uganda Limited is a reputable and innovative financial institution dedicated to empowering individuals and businesses with a comprehensive range of banking solutions that drive sustainable economic growth and community development. With a mission to deliver exceptional financial services and foster lasting customer relationships, the bank has earned significant recognition for its market leadership, commitment to excellence, and strong ethical standards.
Evolving from its humble beginnings into a major player in Uganda’s banking sector, Absa Bank Uganda Limited boasts a dynamic work culture that promotes diversity, continuous learning, and employee empowerment through competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and ample career opportunities. Leveraging a modern business model and cutting-edge technology, the bank maintains a broad reach and robust presence in the region, underpinned by core values of integrity, innovation, and customer-centricity.
Its dedication to corporate social responsibility is evident in its active support for community initiatives, educational programs, and environmental sustainability efforts. For more information, visit [Company Website].
Absa Group Limited (formerly Barclays Bank UK) is a diversified standalone African financial services group, delivering an integrated set of products and services across personal and business banking, corporate and investment banking, wealth, investment management and insurance. Absa Group Limited is listed on the JSE and is one of Africa’s largest diversified financial services groups with a presence in 12 countries across the continent and around 41 000 employees.
Job Title
Legal Counsel job at ABSA Bank
ABSA Bank
Job Description
Job Title: Legal Counsel
Organisation: ABSA Bank
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
To provide legal support to business units while working under the supervision of a senior lawyer or manager ensuring all queries are filtered and assigned to the relevant team members.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Accountability: Risk and Control
Provide support to the Principal Legal Risk Owner in respect of Legal Principal Risks identified in accordance with the Group Legal principal risk framework
Support the Group Legal Risk Control Framework by collecting and analysing legal data, and preparing / editing the submissions to governance committees
Accountability: Teamwork
Provide support and technical assistance to the team
Develop and deliver training initiatives to front line and operational staff
Accountability: Commercial
Establish and build sound relationships with business stakeholders
Accountability: Technical
Research and write Legal Opinions
Provide support for the Administration of the legal team
Participate in cross functional working groups and projects in which the Legal function is required to contribute

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Law, Military Science and Security (Required)
How to Apply
All suitably qualified and interested candidates who wish to join ABSA Group in the aforementioned capacity should apply online at the Apply Button below.
Deadline: 1st April 2025