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Legal Officer – Litigation job at Pride Microfinance Limited (MDI) | Apply Now
Are you looking for Legal Jobs in Uganda 2024? If yes, then you might be interested in Legal Officer – Litigation job at Pride Microfinance Limited (MDI)
Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Pride Microfinance Ltd (MDI) is a Microfinance Deposit- taking institution regulated and supervised by Bank of Uganda (BoU) under the MDI Act, 2003 and MDI Regulations, 2004. From inception, Pride has grown to become the leading MDI in Uganda, providing innovative financial solutions to the economically vulnerable people. Pride serves its customers through 34 networked branches spread across the country and 10 contact offices
Legal Officer – Litigation job at Pride Microfinance Limited (MDI)
Pride Microfinance Limited (MDI)
Pride Microfinance Limited (MDI) is a Microfinance Deposit- taking Institution regulated and supervised by Bank of Uganda (BoU) under the MDI Act, 2003 and MDI Regulations, 2004. Pride’s purpose is transforming lives responsibly. Pride offers innovative financial solutions to largely people at the base of the economic pyramid and serves its customers through 41 networked branches and 5 contact offices. Pride is an equal opportunity employer looking for competent and experienced individuals to fill the following vacancies (1).
3. Legal Officer – Litigation
The Legal Officer – Litigation will report to the Senior Legal Officer - Litigation and will be based at Head office. He/ she will be responsible for providing legal services to support business operations in accordance with Pride’s policies, procedures and the law.
Provide legal services to Pride in a timely manner and ensure that business operations are within the established laws.
Handle litigation matters of Pride.
Ensure the release of the security to the clients upon completion of the loan.
Provide legal advice to the Management and staff of Pride.
Participate and attend various committees such as the credit committee for the approval of loans.
Attend and disciplinary hearings, contract negotiations evaluation committees as need may arise.
Draft agreements between Pride and service providers in order to protect Pride’s interest.
Review and advice on the contracts submitted by service providers.
Review the existing legal forms and documents to ensure that they are in line with the law and policy.
Conduct securities audit to ensure they are in custody and with mortgages registered.
Prepare a monthly compliance report to be submitted to the department head.
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Bachelor of Law and Diploma in Legal Practice.
At least three years’ experience preferably in a Financial Institution or busy Law firm a valid practicing certificate.
Knowledge of legal and regulatory provisions.
Should not be more than 30 years of age
APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE:
If you believe you have the necessary skills and 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, at the address below, or on email: recruitment@pridemicrofinance.co.ug or using the link,