The Standard Group comprises of The Standard Newspapers, The Nairobian, KTN, Radio Maisha, PDS, Standard Digital and Think Outdoor Services.
The Group is looking for a qualified, experienced and reputable team player to fill the following position:

Head of Legal & Company Secretary

The incumbent will serve as the secretary to the Board of Directors and legal adviser on all matters affecting The Standard Group Ltd.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deal with legal matters facing the Company from any party including government, litigants, customers and employees
  • Respond to libel claims and liaise with external lawyers in ensuring that the Company offers credible defense
  • Review employees, operational and service level contracts
  • Update legal requirements by going through the Kenya Gazette
  • Ensure that all company asset documents are kept in safe custody and are complete
  • Ensure Company compliance with all statutory matters particularly those related to Capital Markets Authority and Nairobi Stock Exchange regulations and requirements
  • Ensure that all trade licenses are current, and that all other statutory obligations are fulfilled.
  • Coordinate the Department operations, maintain high level of staff morale as well as monitor and manage departmental budget to operating expenses.
  • Coordinate all SGL board meetings including AGM, board committees and take accurate minutes of the same and Annual General Meetings
  • Maintain Board of Directors minutes book and sign contracts and company bank accounts
Qualifications & Experience
  • Bachelor of Laws degree from a reputable University
  • Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
  • A registered CPS (K) member of the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya
  • At least 10 years’ experience, 5 of which must be at senior position
  • Candidates holding a Masters degree in law and those with experience in Corporate matters will have an added advantage
If you possess the above qualifications and the drive to meet the challenges, visit our website
www.standardmedia.co.ke/recruitment to browse through the current openings/vacancies and apply not later than 9th June 2015.

Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Standard Group is an equal opportunity employer and as such, canvassing of any form will lead to
automatic disqualification.



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