County Government of Bomet Principal County Legal Counsel Jobs in Kenya

County Government of Bomet Principal County Legal Counsel Jobs in Kenya

Duties and Responsibilities

The Officer will be responsible to the Office of the County Attorney and reports directly to the County Solicitor. Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail;

Shall, on the instructions of the County Solicitor in consultation with the County
Attorney represent the County Government in court, tribunals or in any other legal
proceedings to which the County Government is a party, other than criminal
proceedings.

Supporting the County Legal Department and various County Departments in
drafting various legislative proposals, policies and regulations.

Provide professional guidance to Management and staff under him or her on all
legal matters relating to the functions and operations of the Office on all areas of
law;

Participate in the development and implementation of the Legal Directorate’s
strategy and plans;

Participate in the preparation and implementation of the legal services budget;

Provide professional advice to the Office of the County Attorney on legal matters,
policies and procedures to enhance compliance, hence reducing reputational, legal
and financial risks;

Participate in drafting, review and interpretation of contracts/agreements
between the Office and other parties;

Carry out searches at the registries i.e. lands, company registry and court files as appropriate in support of legal decisions;

Prepare legal documentation and legal briefs to represent the Office in court;

Appraise the staff within the directorate as per the laid down guidelines.

Liaises with external counsel on

matters where the County Government has
instructed external counsel to handle cases;

Performing any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment:

Bachelor of Law (LL. B) degree from a recognized university;

Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Council of Legal Education;

Master Degree in Law, Business Administration, Public Administration or any
other equivalent qualification will be an added advantage.

Registered as an advocate for the High Court of Kenya;

Be a member of good standing of the Law Society of Kenya;

Be in possession of a current practicing license;

Proficiency in computer applications;

At least seven (7) years relevant experience three (3) of which must have been at
Managerial position – Legal services or its equivalent preferably in the public or
private sector.

Terms of Service:

Permanent and Pensionable

Remuneration:

As per SRC Circular

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; County Government of Bomet Principal County Legal Counsel Jobs in Kenya

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