Reporting to the Managing Director, the Head of Legal Services & Corporation Secretary is the legal advisor to the Board and management on legal and corporate governance issues
Responsibilities for the Head of Legal Services & Corporation Secretary Job
Providing sound legal advice to the Board and Management
Advise the Board and Management on Corporate Governance and effective Board processes.
Ensure the Corporation complies with relevant Legislation and regulations
Plan and organize annual calendar of Board meetings of the Corporation and subsidiaries
Prepare agenda and other documents, arrange and call for Board meetings
Take minutes of Board meetings to ensure that proceedings from the meetings are accurately recorded and distributed
Draw and ensure proper execution of contracts by authorized signatories
Draw leases for Corporation’s properties
Register Title documents for Corporation’s properties to ensure that all properties are properly accounted for
Provide legal guidance to the Corporation on matters pertaining to debt collection
Ensure effective management of legal risks through compliance with legal norms and corporate governance standards
Liaise with external lawyers to facilitate collection and preparation of information related to court cases and court hearing
Prepare legal documentation and briefs for legal proceedings in court for use by external lawyers assigned cases to prosecute or defend
Ensure that the Corporation is represented ably in Court cases
Settle potential legal matters before going to Court to reduce costs that accrue due to over dependence on external lawyers
Maintain secretarial records, statutory books and registers
Qualifications for the Head of Legal Services & Corporation Secretary
Bachelor’s degree in Law
A Master’s degree from a recognized University
Diploma in Law (Kenya School of Law)
CPS (K)
At least 6 years’ experience with 4 years in a supervisory role
Computer Literacy
Good Communication skills, Good interpersonal skills, Leadership skills
Member of the Law Society of Kenya or equivalent professional body
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide the following documents:
Clearance Certificate from HELB
Clearance for Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
Report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau
Certificate of Good Conduct
Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority
