United Africa Group

United Africa Group prides itself on recruiting individuals who are knowledgeable in their field but most importantly who are passionate about what they do.
We are constantly on the lookout for exceptional talent to fill in the following position:

LEGAL ADVISOR:
We are looking to appoint a young, vibrant individual in the position of Legal Advisor. The successful incumbent will provide legal assistance to various business units and report to the Group Chief Executive Officer. Thus, he/she will need to have the be ability to work in a fast-paced environment and operate with a high degree of autonomy and accuracy.
Responsibilities:

• Provide legal support to various business units in preparing, revising and finalizing legal and written documents.
• Drafting of contracts and other policies and procedures.
• Monitor and advise on legislative and regulatory changes with special emphasis on legislation applicable to the various business functions.
• Assisting with IR Matters.
• Liaising with external parties including attorneys and counsel.
• Properly review, proofread and assist with any materials, including documents, reports, memos, briefings, presentations, forms and other items ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Manage communications and correspondence of the legal department.
• Assist with Company Secretary duties.
• Ensure compliance to all relevant laws and regulations

• 3-5 years’ legal related experience.
• LLB or BCom Law degree.
• Admitted legal practitioner
• Labour Law and Arbitration experience.
• Sound knowledge of Corporate Law.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent command of the English language in a written and verbal capacity.