Central Bank of Kenya Jobs Legal Officers

Senior Legal Officers Jobs at Central Bank of Kenya

Job Purpose

Provide legal advisory services to the Bank; sound opinions on new and emerging legislation and ensure that the Bank is always compliant on statutory requirements.

Legal Officers Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide legal advisory services to Management and other departments of the Bank;
• Review and advise on Leases, Contracts and Agreements involving the Bank;
• Review and draft relevant legislation, guidelines, circulars, etc.;
• Undertake legal and compliance audits;
• Provide well researched legal advice and opinions and legal interpretations on various laws and matters relating to the Bank;
• Ensure compliance with laws, rules and regulations by the Bank;
• Prepare, vet and negotiate, when necessary, the Bank’s legal documentation;
• Participate in negotiations, settlements and arbitration of disputes to protect the interests of the Bank;
• Liaise with external lawyers handling legal matters on behalf of the Bank and prepare fully for cases while noting to attend court hearings when necessary;
• Effectively represent the Bank in forums, discussions, meetings and conferences when called upon to do so;
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications for the Legal Officers Job

• Minimum Upper Second Class Bachelor’s Degree in Law.
• Additionally, one should possess CPS and be a member in good standing of the Institute of Certified Public
• Secretaries of Kenya (ICPSK)
• Possess a Diploma from the Council of Legal Education.
• Master’s degree in Law or any other discipline is an added advantage
• A current practicing certificate as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• At least eight (8) years relevant experience in a busy corporate/commercial practice or other working environment, six (6) years of which should be in a senior position
• Qualifications and/or experience in drafting will be an additional added advantage
• Be a paid member of the Law Society of Kenya and of good standing
• Satisfy the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

How to Apply

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