Legal Counsel- Jobs in Uganda

DEADLINE: 15th July 2025
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Position: Legal Counsel
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Legal
Reports to: Head of Corporate Services

About the Role

Yalelo Uganda is seeking a qualified and proactive Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support across the company. This position plays a key role in ensuring legal compliance, managing contractual and regulatory matters, and supporting internal departments on a wide range of legal issues. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical capabilities, with a high level of professionalism and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial agreements (e.g., procurement, leases, services, transport).

• Maintain and update the company’s contract templates library.

• Advise internal stakeholders on contract risks, obligations, and enforcement.

• Ensure cross-functional teams understand contractual terms and responsibilities.

Corporate Governance & Compliance

• Draft corporate resolutions and assist with board/shareholder documentation.

• Coordinate statutory filings and liaise with the Company Secretary.

• Collaborate with Finance on banking and corporate documentation needs.

• Maintain accurate legal and corporate records.

• Track legal/regulatory developments; liaise with authorities and external counsel when needed.

Litigation Support

• Monitor and manage ongoing legal disputes and coordinate with external counsel.

• Maintain litigation trackers and case documentation.

Employment Law

• Support HR in disciplinary matters, employment contracts, terminations, and labor law compliance.

• Provide legal advice during internal investigations and employee dispute resolution.

Legal Operations & Administration

• Manage legal document filing and workflows.

• Develop and maintain trackers for legal and regulatory activities.

• Facilitate internal training on legal topics (contracts, compliance, etc.).

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with departments including HR, procurement, marketing, sales, and HSE to offer practical legal guidance aligned with business needs.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized institution.

• Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice and valid enrollment to the Uganda Bar.

• 3–7 years post-qualification experience in corporate/commercial law.

• At least 2 years in a reputable law firm; in-house experience is a plus.

• Proven experience in contracts and company law; knowledge of employment law is an advantage.

• Experience in agribusiness, FMCG, or manufacturing sectors is beneficial.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent drafting and legal writing skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Highly organized with keen attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently or within teams.

• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics.

• Strong interpersonal and cross-departmental communication skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and document management systems.

• Enthusiastic about contributing to the growth of a leading aquaculture company.

Application Process

Interested candidates should send their application letter, CV, and academic documents as one PDF document to:

[email protected]
Subject line: Application for Legal Counsel Position

Deadline for submission: 15th July 2025

About Yalelo Uganda

Yalelo (U) Limited, established in 2019, is Uganda’s leading tilapia fish farm located in Butembe, Buikwe district. It is a subsidiary of First Wave Group B.V, a Dutch-owned aquaculture investment firm operating some of the largest fish farms in Africa. Yalelo is committed to innovation, sustainability, and scaling high-quality aquaculture solutions in Uganda and beyond.

Yalelo Uganda is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please note: No fees are required at any stage of the recruitment process.