Legal Associate at Sheer Logic

This is a one year contract with possibility of renewal.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the management of the former general insurance matters that may arise
• Preparation of briefs relating to client’s matters ;
• Acting as a liaison between Management and our client; and the external counsel appointed to represent the company ;
• Providing support in managing external counsel in charge of preparation of leases for client’s premises ;
• Providing legal support to the property manager in charge of client’s premises and also providing legal support to the Forensic matters ;
• Providing legal support in the following up and advisory in respect of the matters relating to client
• Actively following up in the prosecution of accused reported and in the court registry ensuring that matters proceed timely ;
• Drafting of legal documentation required in compliance with statutory requirements including but not limited to affidavits, statements, pleadings etc ;
• Meetings with clients who have reported/affected by fraud ;
• Managing external legal counsel representing client in criminal prosecutions;
• Dedicated resource required to follow up on the repayment and foreclosure of non-performing mortgage loans as part of de-risking the balance sheets.

Job Qualification

• At least 2 years relevant experience post-admission (Experience in insurance sector will be an added advantage)
• Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized institution.
• Post graduate diploma from Kenya School of Law; Advocate

Skills and Attributes

• Strong planning and organization skills;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills; Team player; and
• Excellent research and technical legal skills.