Commercial & Conveyancing Advocate - Nairobi at Emerge Egress Consulting

Role Objective

• Our client, a reputable mid-sized law firm based in Nairobi and recognized for its expertise in commercial and real estate law, is seeking to recruit a qualified and motivated Advocate to join its expanding legal practice. The ideal candidate will support the firm in handling conveyancing matters, commercial transactions, and legal advisory services.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee conveyancing matters from initiation through to completion.
• Draft, examine, and negotiate property and conveyancing documentation.
• Prepare sale agreements, leases, transfers, securities, and completion documents.
• Conduct legal due diligence relating to property transactions.
• Facilitate property registration processes while ensuring compliance with land laws and regulations.
• Liaise with land registries, survey offices, and the Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning for approvals and registrations.
• Draft and review commercial contracts and transactional documents.
• Provide legal opinions and advisory support on commercial and real estate matters.
• Ensure all transactions meet statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients and relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate with lenders, valuers, estate agents, and surveyors to ensure smooth transaction execution.
• Offer timely legal guidance and progress updates to clients.
• Undertake any additional assignments as delegated by the firm..

  Job Specifications and Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years post-admission experience within a busy legal practice environment.
• Must possess a valid practicing certificate.
• An upper 2nd Bachelors of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university.

    Key Competencies

• Excellent drafting, analytical, and legal research skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Effective organizational and multitasking capabilities.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.
• High standards of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.