Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be expected to;

• Providing legal advice to departmental managers including reviewing legal documentation, management of legal due diligence and liaising with external counsel as required
• Drafting standard contracts and specialized contracts for specific activities, reviewing and negotiating contracts to which the Company is a party. Ensuring that all such documents and third party contracts are properly and promptly executed
• Monitoring and reporting on changes to applicable statutes and regulations
• Monitoring and reporting on compliance to the legal requirements and implementing corrective action as necessary
• Preparing for legal cases in conjunction with external counsel and monitoring progress to ensure prompt resolution of all disputes
• Evaluating the legal standing of transactions as well as all other operations by the company and offer appropriate advisory to management;
• Provide and interpret legal information, conduct training and disseminate appropriate legal requirements to staff.
• Review and advise management on legal implications of internal policies and procedures.
• Prepare, review and modify contractual instruments to assist and support various business activities.
• Negotiate, review and draft documentation for business transactions and prepare and advise on the necessary checklist to be adopted to ensure information is submitted on time.

• LLB Degree from a recognized University and Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Postgraduate diploma from the Kenya School of Law
• At least eight years legal experience in a reputable organization, with a proven track record in contract negotiation and drafting; Experience in the Financial Services is an added advantage.
• Proven track record of providing accurate and effective legal counsel;
• Good knowledge of principles of good corporate governance
• Strong leadership and managerial skills;
• Excellent relationship management and communication skills