Principal Legal Counsel, Commercial

ABOUT THE COMPANY

KCB Bank Group is East and Central Africa’s oldest and largest commercial banking and has through its history set new records becoming the No.1 Bank in the region.

JOB SUMMARY

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS:The preferred candidate will meet the following minimum criteria:Bachelor's degree in Law from a recognized university.Diploma in Law and Advocate of the CourtA minimum of seven (7) years' relevant post-admission  work experience, including specific experience in the below areas:Legal draftingCommercial contracting and contract lifecycle management, preferably in the financial services sector and/or international contracting.Legal communication and advocacyLegal risk  and compliance managementStakeholder management of diverse calibre

RESPONSIBILITIES

Preparation and management of contracts including leases and other general commercial law issues. Contract Management: drive contract lifecycle from drafting through completion of negotiation process, review and contract execution.Lead support to the contract initiatives and/or projects.    Product gate process management including participation of tender opening activities, supplier evaluation and key business project initiatives.Review of contract policy, risk management and processes together with the risk and compliance unit to ensure effectiveness and efficiency of the processes. Legal opinions and research: provide opinions/guidance in respect of commercial contracts being negotiated and signed as well as legal and commercial requirements of all product implementation.Carry out legal awareness training as appropriate on commercial legal issues.Probate Administration: oversee administration of probate accounts.Data management and reporting on statistics. 

REQUIRED SKILLS

Legal analysis, Policy drafting and development, Legal counseling, Compliance

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Diploma, Associate's degree