Muramati Sacco is one of the fastest growing Saccos in Kenya.
We are seeking a suitable candidate for the post of:
Legal Officer
Reporting to the respective Division Head the Legal Officer will be required to offer sound legal advice to the Business units to enable the Sacco maximize on opportunities arising from changes in the legal field.
The candidate will be in charge of the legal department of the Sacco and would
be required to discharge all duties relating to all legal matters of the Sacco.We are seeking a suitable candidate for the post of:
Legal Officer
Reporting to the respective Division Head the Legal Officer will be required to offer sound legal advice to the Business units to enable the Sacco maximize on opportunities arising from changes in the legal field.
In addition, the Legal Officer will be required to ensure the Sacco is compliant with all legal requirements in its operating environment
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Legal Officer will among other duties be required to:
- Review
and vet facility letters, agreements, security and other legal documents
for members
- Peruse
all legal agreements entered into with third parties
- Perfection
of member collateral documents
- Instruct
external lawyers and follow up to conclusion all litigation instituted for
or against the Sacco as well as attend court proceedings as the Sacco’s
representative
- Liaise
with county governments, as well as following up on the assessment and
payment of land rent and rates, among others.
- Research
in emerging issues affecting the Sacco
- Provide
legal advice generally in respect to Sacco business and related issues
Job Specifications & Competencies
The successful applicant should be Proactive and self-motivated possessing the following;
The successful applicant should be Proactive and self-motivated possessing the following;
- A
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized university
- Two
years post admission work experience, preferably in a Financial
Institution or a busy law firm acting for financial institutions will be
an added advantage
- Knowledge
of court rules and procedures
- Practical
experience in conveyance and litigation
- Experience
with the Co-operative tribunal and arbitration will be an added advantage
- A
good problem solver and communicator of excellent presentation and
analytical skills
- A
team player with excellent organizational skills
- Computer
literate
Interested and qualified candidates please forward applications
and CV by E-MAIL Only to hr@muramatisacco.co.ke.
Closing date for job Applications is Friday 27th April 2012.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Closing date for job Applications is Friday 27th April 2012.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted