MAL Consultancy Legal Associate Jobs in Kenya

MAL Consultancy Legal Associate Jobs in Kenya; The Legal Associate will play a strategic role in providing conveyancing, corporate and commercial legal support to the Firm’s Clients. The legal Associate will report to the Partners and will be responsible for all legal aspects related to business operations and transactions, providing legal advice and assistance to businesses of all sizes, ensuring they operate within the bounds of the law while achieving their commercial objectives.

S/he will provide conveyancing services, primarily focusing on residential and commercial real estate transactions. The legal Associate will also support Firm Clients with the creation, management, operation, and dissolution of corporations and other business entities and will deal with a wide range of legal issues that arise in the context of corporate activities. S/he will be commercial minded and will have corporate and transactional legal experience, with strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent research and drafting competence. S/he will have a good work ethic, with the ability to develop and implement legal strategies, exercise initiative and take responsibility, with the capacity to work and deliver in a fast-paced commercial environment.

Duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to;

Conveyancing

Conduct legal research and analysis on commercial and conveyancing matters.

Prepare and review legal documents, such as contracts, agreements, leases, and conveyancing papers.

Collaborate with partners and senior associates to develop legal strategies and solutions.

Communicate with clients, government agencies, and stakeholders to gather necessary information.

Providing legal advisory to the Clients on enquires relating to the regulatory framework and any emerging changes in their transactions.

Supporting Banks in the securitization process by safeguarding their interests by carrying out due diligence and perfecting the process.

Assisting Clients investing in the real estate sector by carrying out due diligence on the properties and subsequent registration of the processes.

Business development and brand visibility for the department.

Attend meetings, negotiations, and court proceedings as required.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files, documents, and databases.

Stay informed about changes in legislation, regulations, and case law relevant to the field.

Manage client relationships and provide high-quality customer service.

Support business development initiatives, including proposals and client pitches.

Stay updated on industry trends and developments in commercial and conveyancing law.

Education and Skills

An Undergraduate Degree in Law (LLB) from

a recognized institution of learning

A Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law(KSL)

A registered and practicing Attorney of Law

Member of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK)

A Post Graduate Diploma in Law, Organization Administration or Commercial focus will be an added advantage

At least three - five (3 – 5) years’ work experience in a law firm with a focus on conveyancing, commercial and corporate law

Strong knowledge and experience working with and interpreting legal frameworks

Attention to detail with strong legal research, drafting and writing skills

Ability to administer and execute instructions, from receipt to conclusion, with minimal professional supervision#

Strong organizational skills, meticulous and high attention to detail

Ability to prioritize and co-ordinate work to meet deadlines in a highly pressurized environment

Ability to work well in both a team and individually

A client service orientation, being able to engage with clients who will interrogate your reasoning and require you to justify your legal arguments and commercial input

Ability to take initiative and assume responsibility for monitoring the expeditious progress of transactions

Experience translating KPIs to teams to get buy in and results

Exceptional consultancy and negotiation skills and the ability to close deals either through new business development, cross or up selling

Good technical skills and ability to understand and propose legal solutions by focusing on client requirements

Ability to communicate information, whether technical or non-technical to various groups and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.


How to Apply

Please share with us your CV and cover letter in PDF format addressed to the Recruiting Manager, detailing why you are our candidate of choice for the role you are applying for to recruitments@mal-consultancy.com with the subject of your application being the Job Title of the role you are applying for.

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