Legal Assistant
Job Description.
The company is looking to
employ an energetic, passionate, creative and hardworking individual looking to
join the team as a Legal Assistant.
Duties &
Responsibilities
- Advising
on all matters regarding the law; including the interpretation, impact and
effect of the relevant laws and general conditions affecting various areas
of the company’s operations;
- Assisting
in the co-ordination of legal due diligence, documentation and closing of
transactions;
- Developing
and carrying out Compliance checks on all facets of Law affecting the
business;
- Designing
commercial and legal solutions that lead to effective corporate structures;
- Developing
and maintaining various policies, procedures and registers whilst carrying
out other corporate secretarial functions;
- Negotiating,
drafting and reviewing legal documents and contracts;
- Liaising
with external lawyers on conduct of court matters
- Attending
Court on behalf of the Business when required to
- Any
other duties as may be assigned from time to time
Qualifications
- A
Second Class Degree in Law (LL. B) from a recognized University;
- A
recently admitted advocate of the High Court of Kenya with good standing;
- Must
have attained a B- and above in O levels/ high school;
- At
least 1-year experience in a busy law firm or company;
- Knowledge,
relevant practice and understanding of the corporate, commercial
investments, real estate and financial markets (including tax), and the
respective Laws and regulations;
- Creative,
commercial legal thinking and appreciation of the business aspects in
their application of the law;
- Ability
to pro-actively and creatively manage potential legal issues;
- A
team player willing to learn, adapt and work with minimum supervision;
- Excellent
organisation, administration, communication, influencing and interpersonal
skills;
- High
levels of energy and enthusiasm and ability to work long hours and under
pressure; and
- High
level of analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Covid-19
vaccination certificate
How to Apply
