Key Responsibilities:
Legal Support
- Assist in legal research and analysis on applicable laws, regulations, and case law.
- Draft and review basic legal documents including contracts, letters, notices, and memos.
- Maintain an organized filing system for legal documents (physical and digital).
- Support the preparation of documentation for litigation, arbitration, or regulatory submissions.
Company Secretarial Support
- Assist in the preparation and filing of statutory returns and resolutions with the Registrar of Companies.
- Support in maintaining statutory registers and company records.
- Assist in drafting board and committee notices, agendas, minutes, and resolutions.
- Participate in board and shareholder meetings where applicable and prepare summary notes.
Governance & Compliance
- Support the company in monitoring compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in the implementation of governance policies and procedures.
- Monitor deadlines for filings and renewals (e.g., business permits, licenses).
Administrative & Coordination
- Coordinate with other departments to gather required information for legal and secretarial processes.
- Support the Legal and Compliance team with day-to-day administrative tasks.
- Manage document certification, sealing, and stamping.
- Provide logistical support for meetings, trainings, or compliance audits.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university.
- Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law (ongoing or completed) is an added advantage.
- Company Secretarial foundation level