Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, August 02, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
 JOB DESCRIPTION
We are currently recruiting experienced Paralegal on behalf of a major international Company
Please note that a Fluent Level in local dialects is mandatory (including with but not limited to: Luganda, Acholi, Madi etc…)

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PARALEGAL – UGANDA
SeaOwl Energy Services is part of the SeaOwl Group, an international service provider specialised in a wide range of Recruitment, Manpower Contracting & Management, Asset Management, Training, Professional Services and Integrated Services for the Construction, Energy, Extractives, Logistics, Mining and Manufacturing sectors.
On behalf of our Client in the Extractives sector, we are looking for competent individuals to fill the following position:

MISSIONS/JOB DIMENSIONS
S/he will be responsible for the administrative work and tasks of the Legal Department. S/he will assist the Company Secretary in all activities and tasks related to the Board and the Company Secretarial function. S/he will also work closely with the Shareholders Relation Officer and the Executive Assistants to manage the various communications, minutes and company records. S/he will protect the interests of the Company by maintaining the correct processes and records required of the Company.

KEY FUNCTIONS
• Prepare and carry out legal administrative work and tasks.
• Prepare first document drafts, such as contracts and proofread documents.
• Review external communications to government institutions and other project stakeholders.
• Support court processes – filing of documents, attendance records, payment of fees, notarization, registration and management of external clerks.
• Assist the Legal Director in the management of the department safe and manage the legal documents of the Company.
• Prepare internal presentations, precedents, reports and other department materials.
• Conduct legal research and monitor legal developments.
• Analyse and input legal data as required.
• Prepare internal and external articles and case reports.
• Organise case files, attend court inquests and tribunals, transcribe legal opinion and compile litigation bundles as required.
• Organize diaries, schedule meetings and respond to telephone queries.
• Undertake such other assignments as requirement in furtherance of the Department’s mandate.

CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Limited is a Company registered in United Kingdom with Branches in Uganda and Tanzania. It is currently implementing the EACOP Project in Uganda through its branch EACOP UG Branch which oversees in-country activities and day to day hosting of the project in Uganda. The legal and commercial framework for the Project in Uganda has been established in the Uganda Host Government Agreement and enacted through legislation as required. The Final Investment Decision for the Project was taken early this year and the Project is in the development of the construction phase of the project which will see both international companies as contractors to the Company and the in-country activities increasing rapidly. Therefore, a strong, resourceful and reactive legal team will be essential to ensure project is executed within the agreed legal framework in Uganda and in line with the project schedule.

ACCOUNTABILITIES
• To guarantee the safe and efficient operations of the Company’s Payroll management function
• Guarantee the availability and smooth administration of staff compensation and benefits scheme.
• Ensure updated company structure and accurate headcount forecasts & reports.
• Support departmental budgeting and Guarantee timely reporting
• Respect confidentiality of information

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Qualifications & Experience:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Law.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise accordingly.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrable ability to work with others.
• Excellent attention to detail with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills and an ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• High degree of discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural business environment with high profile conflict risk potentials with partners and/or stakeholders.
• Excellent legal research and analysis skills and reporting.
• Good business acumen and an understanding of in-house legal department’s clients.
• Oil & gas experience or qualifications will be an added advantage.

Behavioral Competencies:
• The successful candidate will demonstrate that s/he can take ownership of the job responsibilities and hold themselves accountable for their successful completion.
• Good communication skills (in English speaking and writing) and strong interpersonal relationship ability
• Ability to complete multiple, diverse tasks of differing priorities.
• Required Software Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook)
• Fluent in English, (speaking, writing)


Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

Interested applicants who meet the criteria as outlined above are encouraged to send a detailed CV ONLY by email to:
Via email: career.ea@seaowlgroup.com 
Subject of your email should be the position you are applying for
Do not hesitate to contact us, if you have any questions or need any clarifications
Tel. & WhatsApp: +256 (0) 761 441 554
Deadline for CV submission: Thursday, August 18th, 2022 – 5:00 PM.
This job will be on Resident basis



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