Legal Manager at Corporate Staffing

Job Description Corporate Staffing Services is a leading recruitment agency in Kenya providing complete recruitment services. In the last ten years we have been partners to local and foreign businesses looking to hire Kenyan professionals. We have recruited for diverse clients in different sectors and industries. Key Responsibilities Draft, review and negotiate contracts and other legal documentsTo provide a high quality legal service to all internal customersMaintain compliance with all relevant laws and regulations across the businessProvide legal advice on all relevant legal mattersApply effective risk management techniques and offer proactive advice on possible legal issuesDealing with company secretarial mattersManage communication with external counsels if required and monitor the work being carried out by themAttend and represent the company at meetingsResearch documents and case history to ensure accuracy of advice and proceduresTo work and behave in a professional manner and to the highest standards of the professionTo participate in the growth and development of the departmentTreat all information about the Company and its business as confidentialKeeping up to date with changes in the lawSupport internal procedures and systems of company including filing cases / case managementPerforms other related duties as required Key Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Law from a reputed and accredited university with membership of UK or US Bar10 – 15 years of experience in the same field, preferably within multinational Companies; out of which 5+ years in a corporate legal environment. At least 4 years’ experience in a Technology and Intellectual Property or in a payments services business is a MUST.Excellent Level of English language – reading, speaking and draftingAdvance level/skills in handling Microsoft windows excel, word, power point, etc.Good communication skills, result oriented as well as detail oriented, be flexible and welcoming to changeExcellent organizational and planning skills, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines, have exceptionally good problem-solving skills, and possess and ability to remain calm and composed during times of uncertainty and stress