PRINCIPAL ASSOCIATE

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PRINCIPAL ASSOCIATE

Nicholas Gitonga & Associates

Legal Services

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Nairobi

Full Time

Law & Compliance

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Job summary

We are seeking to recruit an experienced, results-driven and highly competent Principal Associate to join a dynamic legal practice in Nairobi.

Min Qualification:

Bachelors

Experience Level

Mid level

Experience Length

5 years

Language Requirement

English

Working Hours:

Full Time - 8 to 5

Applicant Location

Kenya

Job descriptions & requirements

We are seeking to recruit an experienced, results-driven and highly competent Principal Associate to join a dynamic legal practice in Nairobi.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality legal services and expertise on complex and routine assignments, develop domain expertise, and effectively handle client assignments from start to finish with minimal supervision.

The role will have a particular focus on Capital Markets, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Commercial & Corporate Law, and Property & Conveyancing.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing a portfolio of transactions and other legal assignments with minimal supervision, ensuring assignments are completed accurately, professionally and within required timelines.

• Providing sound legal advice and undertaking thorough legal research, including drafting and reviewing legal documents and furnishing sound legal opinions, particularly in Capital Markets, M&A, Commercial & Corporate Law, and Property & Conveyancing.

• Supervising, supporting and developing junior lawyers, including providing feedback, guidance and appropriate oversight to ensure that legal work is performed to the required standards.

• Working collaboratively with other lawyers and team members to ensure effective delivery of client assignments and achievement of the Firm’s objectives.

• Effectively managing legal and other projects, ensuring deadlines are met, stakeholders are kept informed and high-quality legal services are delivered to clients.

• Managing and developing client relationships, including properly preparing for client meetings and ensuring quality client service on assignments handled.

• Participating in business development activities, including client meetings, networking events and development of the Principal Associate’s professional profile and network.

• Properly scoping services, quoting fees and delivering the target billables set by the Firm, while ensuring efficient utilisation of time and resources.