Senior Legal Analyst at Cytonn Investments

Responsibilities

• Advising on all matters regarding Investments and real estate; including the interpretation, impact and effect of the relevant laws
• Assisting in the co-ordination of legal due diligence, documentation and closing of transactions
• Developing Compliance checks on all facets of Law affecting the business
• Executing the legal real estate strategy across the project life-cycle; including deal origination, conveyancing, project management and facilities management
• Negotiating, drafting and reviewing legal documents and contracts
• Liaising with external lawyers
• Designing commercial and legal structures that lead to innovative solutions
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time
• Taking up Company Secretarial roles within the Cytonn Group

Qualifications

• At least three years relevant experience in the conveyancing department of a busy law firm or corporation
• An advocate of the High Court of Kenya in good standing ( a Commissioner for Oaths will be an added advantage)
• A Certified Public Secretary
• A Second Class Upper Degree in Law (LL. B) from a recognized University
• Must have attained a B+ and above in O levels/ high school
• Knowledge, relevant practice and understanding of conveyancing practice
• Ability to pro-actively and creatively manage potential legal issues
• High level of analytical and problem-solving skills
• A team player willing to learn, adapt and work with minimum supervision with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High levels of energy and enthusiasm and ability to work long hours and under pressure