Tenakata is licensed by the Central Bank of Kenya as a Digital Credit Provider, focused on empowering small businesses in Africa through financial record-keeping assistance and financial literacy coaching. The platform ensures the secure sharing of reliable financial information with financial institutions. The Legal Officer plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive legal support to the organization, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing legal risks, handling documentation, and supporting litigation efforts.
Key Responsibilities (What You Will Do)
- Provide legal advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on contract interpretation, risk assessment, and compliance issues.
- Research and analyze legal issues and regulations relevant to the organization's operations and industry.
- Monitor changes in laws, regulations, and legal trends that may impact the organization and provide recommendations for compliance.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Manage and protect the organization's intellectual property assets, including trademarks, copyrights, and patents.
- Conduct legal due diligence reviews for mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.
- Prepare and maintain legal documentation, including corporate records, contracts, and regulatory filings.
- Assist in instituting fresh and reviewing ongoing cases filed by and against the Company.
Qualifications and Attributes
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree.
- Completion of Post Graduate Diploma from Kenya School of Law and successful completion of pupillage.
- Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and be in good standing with the Law Society of Kenya (LSK).
- A minimum of 2 years post-admission experience in a busy work environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills (oral and written).
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work effectively with others and manage multiple time-sensitive matters in a demanding organization.
