Legal Officer at Peoplelink Consultants Ltd

Responsbilities

• Advise the Board, senior management, and departmental heads on complex legal and regulatory matters. Provide formal written legal opinions and guidance on the company's business operations.
• Conduct legal and compliance audits to proactively identify risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure rigorous organizational compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize all commercial contracts, agreements, MOUS, and letters for clients (e.g., Tuffsteel Ltd).
• Prepare, review, and manage documentation for leases and licenses for tenants (e.g., Imaara Mall), ensuring timely execution and proper filing.
• Support lease negotiations and finalization for new commercial property developments.
• Follow up on tenant-related repairs, obligations, and necessary corrective measures.
• Manage all company litigation and dispute resolution in close liaison with external counsel.
• Coordinate witnesses and documentation to ensure compliance with procedural requirements in legal proceedings.
• Develop effective litigation strategies and oversee alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms.
• Handle comprehensive debt recovery processes, including issuing demand letters, statutory notices, engaging auctioneers, and liaising with the DCI.
• Manage all insurance-related claims and disputes in collaboration with insurers.
• Liaise with key government agencies and regulatory bodies (e.g., KENHA, Ministry of Labour, DCI) and represent the company in correspondence.
• Provide dedicated legal advisory on employment and labour law matters to the HR department, drafting and reviewing related policies and dispute documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (L.L.B.) from a recognized institution.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law (e.g., from Kenya School of Law).
• Admission to the Bar as an Advocate of the High Court.
• Membership in a professional legal body (Law Society of Kenya).
• A complementary degree in Law, Business Administration, or Public Administration is often preferred.
• 3-5 years of post-admission experience in a law firm or corporate legal office.
• Proven experience in contract drafting, litigation, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with construction law, property law, and commercial transactions