Legal Officer

We are seeking to recruit a skilled and detail oriented legal officer whose role would be to support Bulkstream Limited by working on commercial contracts and ensuring regulatory compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Advising the organization on all legal matters that may arise in its operations.

• Drafting, vetting and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements and other legal documents relating to the company’s businesses.

• Monitoring and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Support the group corporate governance team with corporate secretarial work, board documentation and company registration.

• Anticipating and mitigating potential legal problems — and developing strategies to avoid costly litigation and reduce potential areas of risk.

• Providing legal and technical advice including issuing legal opinions.

• Preparing legal briefs and advising the company regarding new laws that would be applicable to the company.

• Liaising and coordinating with other teams in other departments in the organization and/or the group head of legal as and when required.

• Interacting with government and other contacts to build good networks and relationships.

• Participating in departmental meetings and trainings.

• Participate in activities promoting health and safety practices in the organization.

• Carry out any other duties relating to laws of the country or the organization generally as may be directed by the CEO and/or group head of legal from time to time.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognized University.

• Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law.

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in corporate and commercial law gained at a busy law firm or as part of an in-house team

• Arbitration and CPS qualifications will be an added advantage.

COMPETENCIES

• Strong business acumen

• Excellent verbal and written communications and problem solving skills

• Proficiency in both English and Kiswahili

• Track record of building and maintaining relationships across all departments

• Build networks in legal institutions, other public and government agencies

• Proactive attitude and approach to managing projects and leading initiatives including the ability to balance multiple matters simultaneously and determine where and when to prioritize

• Risk assessment capabilities

• Solid background in analytical and organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to manage external counsel and internal stakeholders

KEYNOTE:

1. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

2. Bulkstream is an equal opportunity employer.

3. In line with our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we strongly encourage applications from qualified women, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups.

Wishing every applicant the very best!!!