Legal and Compliance Officer

Full Time2 months ago
Employment Information

Description

Buildnet a leading Real Estate Development Company in Uganda is committed to delivering exceptional value to clients’ investments in the real estate sector. 

We foster a workplace that encourages passion client satisfaction collaboration integrity and accountability Buildnet is currently seeking a dedicated skilled and innovative Legal and Compliance Officer to join our team in Ntinda Kampala.

Key Responsibilities
  • Offer expert legal guidance on all company operations including land purchases construction agreements joint ventures and property transactions
  • Draft review and negotiate legal documents such as construction contracts sales agreements leases and supplier contracts
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive compliance framework aligned with Ugandan laws
  • Serve as the main liaison with government authorities and regulatory bodies in Uganda
  • Stay updated on legal changes impacting real estate and construction advising management accordingly
  • Perform risk assessments for projects from land acquisition to completion identifying and mitigating legal risks
  • Conduct detailed due diligence on property acquisitions ensuring valid titles proper permits and adherence to zoning regulations
  • Manage and support resolution of legal disputes or litigation for Buildnet in Ntinda Kampala
Qualifications
Qualification
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university
Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the Law Development Centre (LDC) in Kampala
Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Uganda
3-5 years of demonstrated experience as a legal and compliance professional with a focus on Uganda’s real estate or construction sector
Comprehensive knowledge of Ugandan land laws environmental regulations and construction statutes
Outstanding analytical negotiation and communication skills
Strong commitment to integrity professionalism and ethical behavior for this Legal and Compliance Officer role in Ntinda Kampala
Application Procedure

Apply for this position by visiting https://buildnet.zohorecruit.com/jobs/Careers or the careers page at www.buildnet.co.ug by September 30 2025.

 Physical or hard copy applications will not be considered for this Legal and Compliance Officer role in Ntinda Kampala

Skills
Legal Law competenceEthics & Integrity

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