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”.