Assistant Legal Officer (Full-Time)

Location: Navrongo, Ghana

Company Profile

The University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) is a public institution committed to excellence in higher education through innovation, practical learning, research, and community engagement. The University promotes integrity, accountability, and professionalism while creating an enabling environment for staff to contribute to institutional growth and national development.

We invite applications from qualified, dedicated, and highly motivated legal professionals for the position of Assistant Legal Officer. This role offers an excellent opportunity to support the University’s governance framework by providing legal services that strengthen compliance, protect institutional interests, and promote sound decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and professional opinions to the University Council, Management, and relevant Committees on legal matters affecting the University.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, memoranda of understanding, and other legal documents on behalf of the University.
• Monitor compliance with applicable laws, regulations, statutes, and University policies to support effective institutional governance.
• Represent the University or coordinate with external legal counsel in litigation, arbitration, mediation, and other dispute resolution proceedings.
• Advise on legal matters relating to intellectual property, procurement, employment law, land and property transactions, data protection, and other areas of institutional operations.
• Maintain accurate records of legal proceedings, contracts, and related legal documentation.
• Support the development, review, and implementation of University policies and governance frameworks with legal implications.
• Liaise with the Ghana Bar Association, regulatory authorities, public institutions, and other stakeholders on legal matters affecting the University.
• Provide legal guidance and awareness training to management and staff on relevant legal and regulatory issues.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Vice-Chancellor or the University Council.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must:

• Hold a good Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university.
• Have been called to the Bar as a Barrister-at-Law and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Ghana following successful completion of the Professional Law Course at the Ghana School of Law.
• Hold a Master of Laws (LLM) or an equivalent postgraduate qualification in a relevant legal discipline from a recognized institution.
• Have a minimum of two (2) years’ relevant post-call legal practice experience in a reputable public or private institution.
• Be a member in good standing of the Ghana Bar Association.
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Possess strong legal research, drafting, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate sound professional judgment, integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

What We Offer

• A competitive remuneration package in accordance with the University’s conditions of service.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• The opportunity to contribute to the governance and continued development of a leading public university.

Application Deadline

21 July 2026

How to Apply

1. 1. Visit www.jobs.utas.edu.gh
   2. Click on “Sign Up” to register or Enter your Email and Password to log in if you have already registered.
   3. Go through the application process by providing accurate details before submitting.

The application pack should contain the following:

Completed online application form.

An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae and copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.

The Director of Human Resource Directorate

University of Technology and Applied Sciences

P. O. Box 24, Navrongo

Upper East Region, Ghana