Job Summary
Job Summary
Provide legal support in conveyancing and securities transactions, including property acquisitions, disposals, financing arrangements and registration of legal documents.
Manage legal documentation, client instructions and transaction processes while ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory and procedural requirements.Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Handle conveyancing and securities matters including contract negotiations, due diligence processes and transaction management.
Draft, review and negotiate Sale and Purchase Agreements, Lease Agreements, Transfer Documents and related conveyancing instruments.
Review banking and securities documentation and advise on legal implications.
Coordinate stamping, registration and lodgment of legal documents at Lands Registries and Companies Registries.
Receive and manage instructions from Equity Partners, Consultants and their secretaries, ensuring assignments are completed accurately and within agreed timelines.
Prepare legal correspondence, opinions, agreements and client communications for review and approval by Equity Partners or Consultants.
Maintain professional relationships with clients and ensure effective communication regarding transaction progress.
Maintain updated records of instructions received, pending transactions and completed assignments.
Follow up with Clerks and relevant stakeholders to ensure timely completion of registrations, filings and transaction requirements.
Provide regular status updates to Equity Partners and Consultants and escalate concerns promptly.
Prepare and submit reports to banks and other stakeholders where required.
Maintain proper custody, filing and security of title deeds, securities documents and other important legal records.
Ensure safe storage and management of (adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({});original legal documents in the firm's strong room.Qualifications
Qualifications
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
Valid Practising Certificate.
Strong knowledge of conveyancing, property law, banking securities and land transaction processes.
Computer literacy and proficiency in legal documentation systems.Experience
Experience
Prior practical experience in conveyancing and securities work is mandatory.
Experience handling property transactions, due diligence, registrations and banking security documentation.
Experience interacting with Lands Registries, Companies Registries and financial institutions.Key Competencies
Key Competencies
Conveyancing and Property Transactions.
Securities and Banking Documentation.
Legal Drafting and Contract Review.
Due Diligence and Legal Research.
Land Registration and Property Transfers.
Client Relationship Management.
Document Management and Records Administration.
Regulatory Compliance and Risk Identification.
Negotiation and Communication Skills.