Legal Assistant- Mombasa - Siginon Group
Description
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Siginon is an African word derived from an indigenous –all weather-tree, found in the Rift Valley of Kenya. Descriptively, the Siginon tree is composed of deep roots, a strong wide trunk with an extensive canopy of ever green foliage providing a large shade. This tree offers refuge from the harsh elements be it the scorching sun or pounding rain in the tropical and at times unpredictable climate in Kenya. The Siginon tree is considered a blessing among the communities wherever it is present.
JOB SUMMARY
Education, Professional Qualifications & Work experienceBachelor's degree in law or completion of the Advocate Training Program at the Kenya School of LawExperience in general office support in legal department or OfficeExperience in research and preparation of legal documentsA minimum of 1-2 years of relevant working experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Handling sensitive information securely and professionally. Maintaining a calendar of all legal deadlines and appointments and any other significant legal dates.Conducting legal research and drawing up legal opinions on policy matters.Communicating with external attorneys to provide legal advice on the issues related to the institution's obligations, rights, risks and organization privileges if needed.Maintaining and safeguarding departmental documents/records as well as creating and maintain trackers for legal documents and other resources. Prepare, review, record and report legal documents including briefs, pleadings, appeals, agreements, contracts and legal memoranda. Collaborating with the internal departments such as HR, Finance and Commercial etc. to ensure Legal Compliance for the Group's operations.Reviewing and vetting demand letters, statutory notices, pleadings, affidavits and other relevant litigation documents.Assisting in preparing correspondence and internal communications for the Legal Department and dispatching and delivering mails and resolutions to both internal and external parties.Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.Build and maintain legal registers, databases, and files. Identify relevant gazette notices, judicial decisions, statutes, legal articles, codes and other pertinent material.Provides general office support services by processing draft legal documents, support in editing legal documents, proofreading and finalizing for signature. Help with case preparation including witness lists, statements, and exhibits.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Policy drafting and development, Contractual negotiations, Contract drafting and preparation, Legal analysis, Judicial processes and litigation
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree