Background

Emerge Egress Consulting is a Management and Training Consulting established in 2017 (herein referred as EEC). EEC specializes in offering tailored and proficient HR Management training and team building services. We examine issues of concern in depth and we have specialized in training which looks at the demand for potential success of Government, Local ...

Role Objective

Our client, a reputable mid-sized law firm in Nairobi with a strong focus on property and commercial transactions, is looking to recruit an Advocate to join its expanding legal team. The role involves supporting conveyancing processes, advising on real estate matters, and handling commercial legal transactions for a diverse client portfolio.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Draft and review conveyancing documents and other legal instruments related to property transactions.
• Manage the full conveyancing process, including preparation of agreements, completion documents, and registration procedures.
• Provide legal advisory services on property acquisition, sale, and related real estate matters.
• Liaise with relevant authorities such as the Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning, land registries, and survey offices to facilitate approvals and registrations.
• Engage with stakeholders including lenders, property agents, valuers, and surveyors to ensure smooth execution of transactions.
• Conduct legal due diligence on property transactions and prepare the necessary supporting documentation.
• Draft and review lease agreements and other property-related contracts.
• Prepare and review commercial agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
• Provide legal opinions on both real estate and commercial transactions.
• Maintain strong client relationships and offer timely legal support.
• Assist in drafting securities and related legal documentation.
• Support the firm in any additional legal assignments as required from time to time.

Job Specifications and Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years post-admission experience within a busy legal practice environment.
• Must possess a valid practicing certificate.
• An upper 2nd Bachelors of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university.

Key Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Excellent legal research, drafting, and documentation skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational ability

• Draft and review conveyancing documents and other legal instruments related to property transactions.
• Manage the full conveyancing process, including preparation of agreements, completion documents, and registration procedures.
• Provide legal advisory services on property acquisition, sale, and related real estate matters.
• Liaise with relevant authorities such as the Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning, land registries, and survey offices to facilitate approvals and registrations.
• Engage with stakeholders including lenders, property agents, valuers, and surveyors to ensure smooth execution of transactions.
• Conduct legal due diligence on property transactions and prepare the necessary supporting documentation.
• Draft and review lease agreements and other property-related contracts.
• Prepare and review commercial agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
• Provide legal opinions on both real estate and commercial transactions.
• Maintain strong client relationships and offer timely legal support.
• Assist in drafting securities and related legal documentation.
• Support the firm in any additional legal assignments as required from time to time.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Excellent legal research, drafting, and documentation skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational ability

• Minimum of two (2) years post-admission experience within a busy legal practice environment.
• Must possess a valid practicing certificate.
• An upper 2nd Bachelors of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university.