Senior Associate - Litigation at Gap Recruitment Services Limited

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and self-driven Senior Associate Litigation to join our clients dynamic legal team in Nairobi. This role is ideal for a results-oriented litigator who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. The ideal candidate combines technical excellence in dispute resolution with entrepreneurial drive, commercial acumen, and a growth mindset.

You will take ownership of complex, high-value matters, lead strategic litigation efforts, mentor junior team members, and strengthen client relationships. This is a key leadership role that contributes directly to the growth, reputation, and client retention objectives of the Firm.

Key Responsibilities

Litigation & Case Management

• Lead and manage complex litigation matters from end to end, ensuring strategies are outcome-focused, commercially sound, and aligned with client objectives.
• Draft high-quality pleadings, submissions, and legal opinions with a strong focus on accuracy, clarity, and strategic insight.
• Provide innovative legal solutions to high-stakes disputes, balancing legal rigor with business sensibility.
• Continuously optimize workflows and case management processes to drive efficiency and performance.
• Proactively manage resources, budgets, and timelines to ensure timely delivery and cost-effective outcomes.
• Monitor case performance using key metrics (e.g., case outcomes, client feedback, turnaround times).
• Anticipate and mitigate legal, procedural, and financial risks affecting both client and Firm interests.
• Ensure accurate billing and collections, maintaining profitability while fostering trust and transparency with clients.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Uphold the highest standards of ethics and professional integrity, reinforcing the Firms reputation as a trusted legal partner.
• Maintain rigorous file management and documentation standards to support transparency, compliance, and financial oversight.
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks, offering strategic guidance that aligns regulatory obligations with client service excellence.
• Demonstrate resilience in balancing compliance and commercial outcomes, ensuring no compromise on professional standards.

Leadership & Team Development

• Act as a culture ambassador, modelling self-leadership, resilience, and continuous learning.
• Mentor and coach junior advocates, focusing on technical development, commercial awareness, and client-focused thinking.
• Foster a high-performance team culture built on accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
• Lead recruitment and onboarding processes to attract top-tier legal talent aligned with the Firms values and goals.
• Set and manage clear performance expectations, conducting structured appraisals that support career growth and team excellence.
• Champion departmental innovation through the adoption of new tools, processes, and ideas that improve efficiency and client results.

Qualifications & Skills

• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid practicing certificate.
• 5-7 years post-admission experience in litigation and dispute resolution, with a proven track record in handling complex, high-value matters.
• Exceptional legal drafting, research, and courtroom advocacy skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and deliver high-quality outcomes with minimal supervision.
• Strong client management and communication skills, with a reputation for responsiveness and reliability.
• Experience mentoring and managing teams, with a passion for developing others.
• High levels of professional integrity, adaptability, and resilience.
• Familiarity with or a willingness to adopt modern tools and technologies to enhance litigation practice and client delivery.