Corporate Legal Officer

KEY PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts including MOUs, service level agreements, leases, conveyancing documents, procurement/tender documentation, marketing, IT/technology (SAAS), vendor/supplier agreements, NDAs, and other commercial contracts.

Provide legal advisory and research on a broad range of issues including corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and operational matters.

Prepare legal opinions to support internal departments across the Group in decision-making and risk assessment.

Receive and respond to legal notices, demand letters, statutory notices, and summons.

Handle litigation and legal claims, including subrogation, recovery matters, and third-party claims, and manage reserves.

Attend court and represent the company in proceedings where necessary, coordinating with external counsel as needed.

Track and manage the Group’s legal diary and ensure court attendance and timely filings.

Participate in development and implementation of legal risk mitigation strategies and initiatives.

Support the business in negotiating contracts and resolving commercial disputes.

Maintain legal registers, update case statuses, and monitor statutory compliance.

Provide training to staff on legal awareness, contracting procedures, and compliance topics.

Collaborate with the Legal Manager and senior management on legal matters impacting the Group.

Participate in CSR, brand-building initiatives, and interdepartmental SLAs as needed.

Reduction of legal and contractual risks to the Group through proactive legal support.

Timely and accurate legal advisory, contracts review, and claims/litigation management.

Any other assigned responsibilities.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Law or an equivalent.

JOB SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

Teamwork skills

Interpersonal and Communication skills

Analytical skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university.

Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (Advocate of the High Court of Kenya).

Computer literacy.

EXPERIENCE

At least 5 years’ relevant experience legal experience in an Insurance company or corporate or law firm environment, with a focus on contracts, legal advisory, and litigation support.

Industries:Insurance

Function: Legal/ Lawyer