Legal & Statutory Officer

1. MARKET LEADERSHIP

• Liaise with and assist external Counsel in the discharge of their obligation to the firm.
• Research and prepare legal opinions on any civil matters including claims for compensation against the Company, and employment matters.
• Draft and/or review legal letters, contracts and agreements and monitor legal obligations under agreements to ensure compliance and prevent disputes
• Assist in the formulation, implementation and/or amendment of Company policies.

2. LEADERSHIP IN PRODUCT AND SERVICE

• Initiate, pursue and guide legal proceedings as required by the Company i.e., preparation of defenses, submissions and other pleadings in civil cases both “for and against” the Company.
• Guide in preparation, filing and pleading of cases in Commercial Courts.
• Advise on civil matters that should be directed to external counsel.
• Advise and manage the Company’s lease obligations under property leases.
• Advise on statutory compliances.
• Submit quarterly case reports to Management and the Board of Directors.
• Cause to be maintained, a database of the status of all court matters involving the Company.

3. MANAGING, GROWING AND RETAINING MARKET SHARE

• Undertake review of all external contracts and service level agreements with suppliers and
• Service providers and other external parties to ensure they protect the interests of the business and minimize potential disputes.
• Guide the Company on all regulatory changes affecting the business and operations.
• Ensure that the Business Intellectual property (IP) is always secured through IP audits.

4. COST MANAGEMENT AND REVENUE IMPROVEMENT

• Represent the company in arbitrations.
• Guide external counsel in understanding matters that need defending in Courts of law.
• Negotiate fees with external Counsel for the Company to ensure value for Money services and representation.
• Provide sound legal advice to the Company on all regulatory notices and registrations to ensure compliance and make recommendations to Management as necessary.

5. PEOPLE MANAGEMENT AND PRODUCTIVITY IMPROVEMENT

• Guide the Business on all staff related cases to ensure compliance with Labour Laws and minimize ligation risks.
• Identifying capacity gaps in relevant regulations and develop initiatives to mitigate.

6. STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS

• Timely filing of all statutory returns and forms such as annual returns, forms for directors and officers appointments and resignations etc.
• Minute taking and drafting resolutions.
• Ensure compliance with the Company laws and regulations and corporate governance codes, regulations and principles.
• Convene meetings in compliance with regulatory requirements including preparing meeting documentation.

7. SUSTAINABILITY

• Guide the Business in all sustainability and environmental conservation related legislation to ensure compliance and minimize exposure to litigation.

SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION

• Bachelor of Law (LLB) from a recognized University
• Post Graduate Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law (Desirable)
• An advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• Member of the Law Society of Kenya in good standing
• Minimum experience of 3 years in the corporate sector or reputable law practice
• Understanding of the Capital Markets and Nairobi Securities Exchange is an added advantage.
• Certified Public Secretary and membership to the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya is an added advantage.

COMPETENCIES

• Technical understanding of the Company’s business, operations and legal structure.
• Excellent interpersonal communication at all levels (verbal and written).
• Problem solving and analytical skills, including attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and work under occasional pressure.
• Ability to cope with high levels of responsibility in the strictest of confidence.
• Ability to work well within the team at all levels.
• A high level of on-the-job professionalism is a prerequisite at all times.
• Computer Literacy, particularly MS Word.
• Be conversant with employment and commercial laws of Kenya, including due legal processes.