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Legal Counsel at Watu Credit Limited

Watu Credit Limited
3 Years
Nairobi, Kenya
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Company Details
Name:Watu Credit Limited
Industry: Banking
Website: https://watucredit.com/
Description: Watu Credit Limited is a dynamic and fast-growing non-bank finance company. Watu Credit Limited harnesses technology to offer unsecured lending, primarily via mobile services. We aim to become the leading African provider of a broad set of inclusive financial products, delivered through technology in a fast, efficient and professional manner. Watu Credit Limited headquarters are located in Mombasa. We commenced our business operations in July 2015 with the clear vision to be the best in class provider for short and medium-term loan products tailored to the specific needs of our target clients and delivered through mobile technology. Watu Credit Limited prides itself on offering excellent client service in the domestic lending market, thanks to our dedicated team of professionals coupled with the use of modern technologies.
Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in managing all litigation matters within the company and its subsidiaries, including handling matters in person as required
  • Receive and process summons and pleadings filed against the company
  • Ensure accurate documentation of cases, including maintaining the litigation tracker and
  • keeping records of all upcoming court dates and case progress for each case
  • Give sound legal opinions on litigation matters within the company and its subsidiaries with key focus on cost management
  • Draft for review and approval all demand letters, legal instruments and court defense responses
  • Participate in negotiation of out of court settlements and draft settlement agreements for execution
  • Assist in contract lifecycle management including drafting, reviewing & overseeing execution of contracts and maintenance of the contract database
  • Conduct legal research, monitor legislation changes and advise management on the same
  • Oversee legal compliance in all facilities leased by the company
  • Maintain regular communication with external panel of lawyers, insurance service providers and other stakeholders
  • Any other duties as assigned from time to time

Requirements

 Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized institution
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience
Salary: Discuss During Interview
Education: Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time

Key Skills

legal 
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