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Job Summary

Job Title:
Senior Legal Officers (Litigation & Advisory)
Employer:
Uganda Registration Services Bureau
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Legal Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Friday, 15 August 2025

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About the Organisation

2 Senior Legal Officers (Litigation & Advisory) jobs at Uganda Registration Services Bureau | Apply Now

Kampala, Uganda

The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) is a government agency dedicated to providing efficient and reliable services in the registration of businesses, intellectual property, and civil status records, with the mission to ensure a transparent and well-managed registry system that promotes national development. URSB is highly regarded for its pivotal role in facilitating business registration and promoting intellectual property rights, contributing to Uganda’s business-friendly environment and legal framework. The organization fosters a professional and inclusive work culture, emphasizing employee development, innovation, and a commitment to customer service, offering opportunities for growth within a supportive environment.

URSB provides a variety of job opportunities, with work arrangements that promote work-life balance, transparency, and fairness. Established in 1998, URSB has grown to become a key player in Uganda's business and legal systems, modernizing its services to enhance accessibility and efficiency through digital platforms. Its business model revolves around providing secure and accessible registration services, employing innovative solutions to streamline processes and improve user experience. Serving businesses, individuals, and institutions across Uganda, URSB has expanded its reach nationwide, ensuring that its services are accessible to both urban and rural populations. Guided by core values of professionalism, integrity, and accountability, URSB is committed to corporate social responsibility initiatives focused on public awareness, legal empowerment, and fostering entrepreneurship. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.ursb.go.ug.

Are you looking for Legal jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Senior Legal Officers (Litigation & Advisory) jobs at Uganda Registration Services Bureau

Full Time

Deadline: 

15 Aug 2025

Job Title

2 Senior Legal Officers (Litigation & Advisory) jobs at Uganda Registration Services Bureau

Uganda Registration Services Bureau

Job Description

Job Title:   Senior Legal Officer (Litigation & Advisory) – 2 Positions

Organisation: Uganda Registration Services Bureau

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Principal Legal Officer

Job Summary: 

To represent Uganda Registration Services Bureau in courts of law and provide accurate and strategic legal advice to ensure sound legal standing for the Bureau.

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Deadline: 15th August 2025

NOTE: URSB is an equal opportunity employer. Any form of lobbying will result in immediate disqualification from the recruitment process.

  • Represent the Bureau in Courts of law and handle any other litigation-related matters.

  • Provide legal advice to the Bureau and its clients on compliance with relevant laws and legal requirements pertaining to the Bureau’s mandate and operations.

  • Review laws, rules, regulations and policies applicable to the Bureau, which may be affected by new legislation, policy changes and developments in the administration of justice and advise management accordingly.

  • Review and/or prepare contractual documents with third parties and ensure that the Bureau’s interests are taken care of.

  • Develop and implement legal department strategies, budgets and work plans for the department.

  • Identify potential legal risks and advise management on mitigation strategies.

  • Prepare periodic reports for submission to Management and the Board on implementation of planned activities.

  • Identify, manage legal related stakeholders and represent the Bureau in national, regional and international engagements as and when assigned.

  • Organize department meetings, take and distribute minutes and follow up on agreed action points.

  • Conduct legal research pertaining to legal matters within the Bureau and those affecting the Bureau’s operations.

  • Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisors and Management.

2 Senior Legal Officers (Litigation & Advisory) jobs at Uganda Registration Services Bureau

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies

  • Bachelor of Laws (Honors) from a recognized institution is a MUST.

  • Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from a recognized institution is a MUST.

  • Possession of a valid Practicing certificate is a MUST.

  • At least five (5) years of executing litigation and advisory functions in a reputable public or private organization.

  • Deep knowledge and understanding of relevant laws.

  • Excellent leadership skills, ability to work under minimum supervision and supervise legal teams.

  • Excellent computer literacy skills.

  • Ethics and Integrity

  • Good communication and writing skills

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