Associate Advocate
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Case Preparation & Management
- Prepare pleadings, witness statements, affidavits, submissions, legal opinions, and other litigation documents across a broad spectrum of practice areas.
- Conduct in-depth legal research on case law, statutes, and legal precedents to support case strategy and argumentation.
- Manage litigation files, including tracking deadlines, updating case logs, and compiling court bundles for internal and external use.
- Assist in drafting correspondence to clients, opposing counsel, government bodies, and regulatory agencies.
- Court and Tribunal Representation
- Represent clients at all levels of court, tribunals, and alternative dispute resolution forums including arbitration and mediation.
- Handle mentions, hearings, applications, and trials either independently or under the supervision of the Senior Partner.
- Liaise with court staff, judicial officers, and external counsel to follow up on case progression and ensure timely filings.
- Client Engagement and Relationship Management
- Attend client meetings to gather instructions, provide legal updates, and guide clients through litigation processes.
- Draft and review engagement letters, client updates, and advisory notes.
- Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and a client-centred approach in all interactions.
- Internal Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing
- Collaborate with other associates, partners, and legal assistants on shared matters to promote efficiency and teamwork.
- Participate in internal training sessions, case reviews, and continuous learning forums organized by the firm.
- Support junior team members by reviewing drafts, offering feedback, and sharing insights from previous litigation experience.
- Compliance, Ethics, and Professional Development
- Ensure all work is done in compliance with the firm’s internal procedures, professional standards, and statutory obligations.
- Stay updated on developments in civil, commercial, and constitutional law to maintain current and relevant legal knowledge.
- Pursue continuous professional development through training, seminars, and participation in industry events.
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from a recognized university.
- Postgraduate Diploma from the Kenya School of Law.
- Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid practising certificate.
- Minimum of 3 years’ post-admission experience in litigation and dispute resolution.
- Demonstrated experience managing litigation files, preparing court documents, and representing clients in judicial and quasi-judicial forums.
- Strong legal writing, analytical and interpersonal skills.
- A passion for litigation and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
Jnr Sales Executive
Position Overview
- Our client is seeking a motivated and target-driven Junior Sales Executive to support their merchant
- acquisition efforts. The ideal candidate will help onboard new merchants onto their fintech platform,
- which offers digital payment solutions and financial services tailored to retailers. This is an entry-level
- role with growth opportunities for high performers.
- Identify, approach, and acquire new merchants to onboard them to our fintech platform.
- Promote the benefits of using our digital payment solutions, mobile POS, and financial products.
- Conduct field visits, cold calls, and in-person demos to drive merchant registrations.
- Assist merchants with onboarding, documentation, and initial usage support.
- Meet daily/weekly/monthly acquisition targets and report performance to the Sales Lead.
- Maintain good relationships with on boarded merchants and support upselling initiatives.
- Gather market intelligence and customer feedback to improve product offerings.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a business field with 1-2 years working experience in sales
- Previous sales experience in a fintech is an added advantage
Competencies and Attributes
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Strong financial skill knowledge and aptitude (e.g. P&L, cash flow, etc.)
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Sales-driven mindset with a proactive approach to business development.
- Self-motivated with a passion for sales and client success.
- Resilient, with the ability to handle rejection and maintain a positive attitude.
- Detail-oriented, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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