Legal Assistant at Fin Kenya

Legal Assistant at Fin Kenya – Fin Kenya Kenya Job Details

About the Role

Fin Kenya is looking for a Legal Assistant to strengthen its legal and compliance operations in Nairobi. This is a full-time position centred on supporting the organisation’s legal function, managing contracts, monitoring regulatory matters, and providing legal guidance across the business. The role suits someone with solid legal training, attention to detail, and experience navigating Kenyan corporate law.

As a Legal Assistant at Fin Kenya, you will be the backbone of the legal team — handling everything from contract drafting and review to dispute tracking and compliance reporting. You’ll work across multiple areas of law and coordinate with external advocates, internal management, and regulatory bodies to keep the organisation’s legal affairs in order.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and analyse contracts, Memoranda of Understanding, and other binding agreements to verify legal compliance and alignment with company policy.
• Build and oversee a systematic contract management process, including tracking renewal dates and flagging obligations requiring attention.
• Track active litigation and court proceedings; communicate with external legal counsel and service providers to gather updates and case developments.
• Compile case summaries, legal reports, and updates for management review and decision-making support.
• Handle the filing and assembly of legal documents required for court submissions and dispute resolution.
• Maintain statutory registers, compliance records, and regulatory documentation in line with applicable legislation.
• Monitor changes in Kenyan law and regulations that may affect Fin Kenya’s operations, and flag risks to senior management within set timelines.
• Research legal questions on employment, commercial, contractual, and operational issues; provide written opinions to guide management decisions.
• Review company policies and internal procedures to ensure they align with current legal and regulatory requirements.
• Support board and committee activities by preparing governance documents, maintaining records, and assisting with statutory filings.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws degree (LL.B) from an accredited Kenyan or internationally recognised institution.
• Diploma in Law from the Advocates Training Programme (an asset, not mandatory).
• Minimum three years of work experience in a legal, corporate, or compliance role.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan commercial law, employment law, corporate governance frameworks, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to draft legal documents, review contracts, and conduct legal research independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated integrity, confidentiality, and professional judgment in handling sensitive legal matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain legal concepts clearly to non-lawyers.

What to Expect

• A role with real responsibility — you’ll manage legal processes that directly protect Fin Kenya’s interests and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Exposure to multiple areas of law, from contract management and employment matters to corporate governance and dispute resolution.
• Collaboration with external legal professionals, internal teams, and regulatory authorities — developing a strong professional network.
• This Legal Assistant at Fin Kenya position in Nairobi is open to qualified candidates. Click Apply below to submit your application.