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Job Purpose:
- The main purpose of this position is to review draft pleadings, guide amicable settlement of disputes, provide counsel on procedural steps to be taken in terminating contracts to avert legal suits as well as drafting and reviewing contracts relating to suppliers.
Key Responsibilities:
- In consultation with the General Counsel, effectively manage the processes of engagement of external counsel including providing appropriate instructions and negotiating appropriate fees and structures.
- Attend to legal correspondence, pleadings and orders promptly and proactively, including liaison with departments to ensure all requisite documents are in place.
- Review of draft pleadings.
- In consultation, to discuss litigation matters with management and affected departments to agree on appropriate action.
- Periodically review the progress of all outstanding disputes, liaise with and manage external counsel to ensure effective representation of the Company.
- Through the General Counsel, prepare periodic updates to management on the progress of outstanding matters (litigation register).
- Represent the company in ongoing criminal matters by watching briefs on behalf of the company to ensure the effective disposal of those cases.
- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and executing standard legal documents, particularly supplier contracts, Service Level Agreements, charges, MOU’s and advising on the suitability of agreements drawn up by third parties about the interests of the Company.
- Undertaking any other responsibility as may be assigned and performing such other duties directly related to the main duties or related to the delivery of the output and results expected from a legal counsel.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in law from a reputable University.
- Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
- Two (2) to Three (3) years of experience working with corporates, preferably Oil Marketing Companies.
- A deep understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and legal principles
- A commitment to upholding high ethical standards, integrity and maintaining client confidentiality.
- Capability to negotiate and draft contracts, agreements, settlements, and other legal documents.
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, with meticulous attention to detail.
