Inhouse Legal Officer

Job Title: Inhouse Legal Officer
Industry: Automotive (Motorcycle Dealer)
Reports To: Assistant Manager – Corporate Affairs
Location: Kenya
Gross Salary: Kshs. 90,000

Role Summary

Our client is one of the leading motorcycle dealers in Kenya and is seeking a detail‑oriented Inhouse Legal Officer to join the Corporate Affairs team. The role is responsible for managing legal risks, drafting and reviewing contracts, ensuring regulatory compliance, protecting intellectual property, and advising management on legal and compliance matters. The position supports strategic decision‑making, minimizes legal exposure, and promotes a culture of integrity across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance & Governance

• Implement compliance checks and monitor regulatory obligations
• Track compliance calendars and prepare reports
• Facilitate internal compliance awareness sessions

Legal Advisory & Risk Management

• Provide legal advice on routine matters and escalate complex issues
• Support risk mitigation and ensure adherence to legal standards
• Assist management in decision-making through legal insights

Contracts Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts using approved templates
• Maintain contract trackers for renewals, expiries, and obligations
• Ensure timely alerts and compliance with contractual terms

Litigation & Legal Support

• Attend court and prepare pleadings
• Conduct legal research and case preparation
• Maintain litigation registers and trackers

Audit & Reporting

• Compile audit findings and recommend corrective actions
• Produce monthly compliance and governance reports
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and proper documentation

Regulatory & Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with regulators and industry bodies
• Handle correspondence and information requests
• Support governance and compliance initiatives

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Law.

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a legal or corporate environment.

• Postgraduate Diploma from the Kenya School of Law.

• Valid practicing certificate from the Law Society of Kenya.

• Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.

• Experience in a corporate setup will be an added advantage.

• Ability to use applicable software (e.g., MS Office, legal or contract‑management tools).

• Strong communication, presentation, and reporting skills.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

• Good understanding of business laws and regulations.

• Basic understanding of wider departmental processes and business operations.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive gross salary of Ksh 90,000 per month.

• Health insurance (medical and sometimes dental/vision, depending on company policy).

• Annual leave and public holidays as per the company’s HR policy.

• Pension/retirement benefits (e.g., contributions to NSSF or a pension scheme).

• Transport or commuter allowance (common in corporate roles).

• Professional development support (e.g., training, seminars, or LSK‑related events).

• Stable corporate environment with exposure to high‑level business decisions and growth opportunities.

• Opportunity to transition into senior legal or governance roles (e.g., Legal Counsel, Head of Legal, or Compliance roles) if performance is strong.

If you are interested in this opportunity, you would normally apply through the submitting consultant’s channel (Corporate Staffing Kenya or the indicated employer contact).