Ref No: LA-HO
Assistant Legal Officer Job Responsibilities
Drafting and preparing legal documentation such as agreements, contracts, memoranda of understanding and confidentiality agreements under the guidance of the Legal Officer
Confirmation of the accuracy of conveyancing and commercial documents
Maintaining a register of all case files and making progress reports.
Attending court for hearings on matters related to the Council
Update and reviews of progress reports from the Council’s External Advocates
Attending to Council’s correspondence on daily basis
Providing legal advice for the Council
Analysis of legislative amendments and preparing legal opinions
Conducting comparative legal analysis on a range of issues in a specific area and research for relevant precedents and propose appropriate solutions to emerging operational/business problems.
Provide support through capital raisings including vetting of financial documents for various working capital credit and loan facility; acquisitions and divestments.
Advising the operating companies on legal and corporate governance issues and any proposed legislative changes
Undertake Company Secretarial responsibilities as may be delegated by the Legal Officer from time to time.Perform ad hoc assignments as may be requested by the Legal Officer from time to time
Qualifications for the Assistant Legal Officer Job
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized University
Post Graduate Diploma in Law
Must be admitted to the roll of advocates by the High Court of Kenya
Excellent communication and Interpersonal skills.
Proficient in computer applications
Conversant with donor rules and regulations.
Good negotiation skills with business acumen are essential.
Ability to effectively respond to daily changing priorities, with good problem solving skills.
Mature proactive person with initiative and drive with high level of integrity.
Ability to observe deadlines and achieve results
Should be a team player
Good planning and organizational skills
Have three (3) years relevant work experience as an advocate or Asst. Legal Officer
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