Head of Legal Affairs Job in Kenya - Capital Markets Authority

The Capital Markets Authority is a statutory agency charged with the responsibility of regulating and developing an efficient capital market in Kenya. 

The Authority invites applications from dynamic, goal – oriented, high performers, with strong problem – solving skills, for the following position:
 

Head, Legal Affairs

Ref: HCA/HLA/8/2015

1 Position
 

Reporting to the Director Corporation Secretary and Communications, the selected candidate will be responsible for;

• Overseeing the procurement of legal services from external legal services providers/ advocates.


• Drafting pleadings and coordinating their timely preparation and ensuring filing


• Preparation of legal opinions on legal issues pertaining to the Authority’s mandate and issues arising in its engagement with internal and external stakeholders.


• Liaison with external advocates on matters they are handling on behalf of the Authority.


• Providing legal advice on legal issues as they arise from business operations Overseeing contract execution and supporting directorates on contractual issues


• Overseeing litigation of court and tribunal cases.


• Liaising with external advocates on witness identification and preparation of witness statements.


• Development and supervision of staff


• Performing other duties as assigned from time to time

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Law


• Postgraduate Diploma in Law – Kenya School of Law


• Admission to the Bar- Advocate of the High Court of Kenya


• Certified Public Secretary


• At least 6 years’ experience in a busy commercial law firm or government agency.

Key skills, Knowledge & Competencies

• Qualifications as advocate with broad understanding of capital markets operations and legal framework.


• Deep understanding of the laws of Kenya


• Skills in drafting of legal pleadings


• Contract negotiation skills


• Contract management skills


• Case management skills


• High level of creativity with strong presentation and communication skills;


• Advanced experience in using MS Product Suites and statistical packages;


• Interpersonal and cross-cultural skills including ability to build alliances and collaborative relationships with sensitivity to diversity;


• Ability to maintain high standards of integrity; establish straightforward, productive relationships; and


• Ability to treat individuals with fairness and respect, demonstrating sensitivity for ethnic, cultural and gender differences.


• Ability to meet tight deadlines as well as work with minimal supervision


• Team player disposition


• Organization and analytical skills


• Unquestionable Ethics, Integrity and Professionalism

How to Apply

If your background, experience and competence match the specifications outlined, please send your application, quoting the reference of the position you are interested in, including your current curriculum vitae, copies of your certificates and other testimonials, salary history, three referees (one of who must be either your current or previous employer), day telephone number, e-mail address and details of your current salary and benefits to:

The Chief Executive,
Capital Markets Authority
P. O Box 74800 – 00200, 

Nairobi

Applications should be received on or before 11th September 2015

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

“Capital Markets Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply”.