Senior Legal Counsel, Commercial

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Lifecycle Management: Preparation and management of various contracts, including leases and general commercial agreements. Drive the process from drafting and negotiation through to review and final execution.
• Process Oversight: Manage the product gate process, participate in tender opening activities, conduct supplier evaluations, and support business project initiatives.
• Negotiation & Collaboration: Lead contract negotiations and collaborate with business teams to build and maintain effective relationships with vendors and contractors.
• Legal Advisory: Provide legal opinions and guidance on commercial contracts and the legal/commercial requirements for all product implementations.
• Legal Training: Conduct legal awareness training sessions for staff on relevant commercial legal issues.
• Probate Administration: Oversee and manage the administration of probate accounts.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university.
• Certification: Diploma in Law and must be an Advocate of the High Court.
• Experience: A minimum of five (5) years' relevant post-admission experience, preferably within the financial services sector.
• Specialized Expertise: Demonstrated experience in legal drafting, commercial contracts lifecycle management, and legal risk management.
• Soft Skills: Strong legal communication, advocacy, and stakeholder management skills.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the KCB Bank recruitment portal by visiting: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1165381. This link will direct you to the official KCB application page on the Oracle Cloud platform.