SACCO Legal Officer job at Lafab Solutions

On behalf of our client, We are looking for an individual who is proactive, detail-oriented, and possesses a strong understanding of the legal landscape governing financial co-operatives in Uganda. Join us and contribute to the stability and growth of SACCOs across the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance to SACCOs on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and policies.
• Represent SACCOs in legal proceedings and manage external legal counsel when necessary.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in legislation affecting the co-operative sector.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law from School of Law.
• Must be an Advocate of the High Court with a current practicing certificate.
• Proven experience in a legal role, preferably within the financial services or co-operative sector.

• Provide legal advice and guidance to SACCOs on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and policies.
• Represent SACCOs in legal proceedings and manage external legal counsel when necessary.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in legislation affecting the co-operative sector.

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.
• Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practicing certificate.
• Proven experience in a legal role, preferably within the financial services or co-operative sector.