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Legal Officer At Peoplelink Consultants Ltd

Peoplelink Consultants Ltd·Nairobi, kenya·Full Time·Contract
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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

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDPostgraduate Diploma
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At a glance

Company

Peoplelink Consultants Ltd

Location

Nairobi, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Contract

Experience

Valid until

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Created

September 18, 2026

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