Commercial & Property Counsel- Nairobi at Emerge Egress Consulting

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Role Objective

A well-established mid-sized law firm with a strong presence in commercial and property law is seeking to recruit a Commercial & Property Counsel to strengthen its growing practice.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and review conveyancing documents and other legal documentation.
• Render legal advisory services on issues concerning land and real estate. 
• Sending terms of engagement and estimates of fees and disbursements
• Manage client matters involving the Lands Registry, National Land Commission, Survey of Kenya, and relevant county authorities.
• Engage and correspond with clients and relevant stakeholders, including financial institutions, property agents, and valuation experts. 
• Provide legal counsel on commercial and corporate transactions, particularly those involving property and real estate matters.
• Lead negotiations and undertake the drafting and review of commercial agreements, ensuring proper execution and compliance.
• Advise clients on the legal procedures involved in the acquisition and disposal of property.
• Undertake due diligence on conveyancing matters, draft agreements for sale and completion documentation, and carry out the registration processes.
• Prepare property lease agreements & ensure contracts are duly signed as scheduled.
• Coordinate with regulatory bodies, government agencies, lenders, estate agents, valuers, and surveyors in relation to client transactions.
• Contribute to business development initiatives by maintaining strong client relationships with existing clients. 
• Ability to prepare security documents

Any other duties as assigned.

  Job Specifications and Qualifications

• Two (2) years Post admission experience in a busy law firm.
• An upper 2nd Bachelors of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university.
• A valid practicing certificate.

    Key Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure. 
• Upholds a high standard of integrity and professional conduct.
• Exceptional writing and report skills.
• Excellent research skills and drafting of legal documents.