Mukele Moni and Company Advocates, a leading law firm with its headquarters in Nairobi, is seeking to engage highly motivated students to undertake an intense Pupillage Programme for a period of one (1) year commencing January 2022.

The firm offers an exciting and rewarding mentorship programme in various areas of law, including civil litigation, constitutional law, commercial law, corporate law and conveyancing law. The successful pupils shall be selected from applicants who possess the following qualifications:

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree, minimum Second-Class Honours from a recognized university.

Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills with fluency in both verbal and written communication.
• Ability to identify and critically analyse legal issues;
• Good research and analytical skills;
• Computer proficiency with experience in MS Office.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn and be part of a vibrant team;
• Ability to handle tasks within stipulated timelines with minimal supervision.
• Excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills

How to Apply:

Applicants should submit their applications to hr@mukelemonilaw.com together with  the following documents

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae with contacts (email and mobile phone) of three referees. Two of the referees should be/have been your direct supervisors or lecturers)
• A motivation statement of not more than 500 words
• Copies of Certificates and Transcripts
• A copy of the National Identity Card

 

Remuneration: The successful candidate will receive an attractive remuneration.

Application Deadline: Monday 20^th December 2021, 12:00 p.m.

Note:  Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Job Title: Advocate/Associate

Reports To: Managing Partner

Direct Reports: Pupils, Legal Assistants

Remuneration: Negotiable but attractive

 

Position Summary:

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a passionate Advocate to join Mukele Moni and Company Advocates in their Nairobi Office. You will be motivated by the opportunity to play a key role in the success of the firm in Kenya and the region. You will partner with the legal team in Nairobi and Kakamega. You will work closely with the Managing Partner and handle various matters including conveyancing, legislative drafting, legal research, law and policy, matters related to commercial and corporate transactions, property, banking and securities law.

Key Responsibilities:

• Negotiate, draft and review of commercial contracts on behalf of our clients;
• Advise clients on legal aspects of business and conveyancing transactions;
• Conduct due diligence on conveyancing transactions, drafting, reviewing contracts and oversee the registration of the same, where applicable;
• Interpret laws and regulations for individuals, corporate organizations and provide timely legal opinions on matters relating to property, real estate and commercial transactions;
• Oversee the fast-tracking & diligent handling of all client matters before the different registries and government/county offices;
• Coordinate with the relevant key stakeholders such as the mortgage lenders, estate agents, land valuers and surveyors;
• Develop lasting client relationships and actively building on experiences that support our client needs;
• Manage the delivery of client work professionally to an agreed plan;
• Continuously develop, improvements for internal process and templates for the various agreements;
• Provide and ensure that content on the firm’s website related to commercial, corporate transactions, conveyancing, property and real estate are up to date;
• Develop articles on emerging issues on the various areas of law;
• Supervise and direct the pupil’s and legal assistants;
• Effect legal formation of entities and oversee compliance with the applicable laws and regulations;
• Develop structures within the department that would ensure efficiency and good service delivery to our clients;
• Actively participate in the business development of the firm including setting up meetings with both existing and potential clients;

Minimum Qualifications/Skills/Competencies Required

• Minimum of 8 years post admission experience working in busy law firm preferably in Conveyancing section;
• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university;
• Post Graduate Diploma from the Kenya School of Law;
• Certificate of Admission to the Roll of Advocates of the High Court of Kenya;
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be added advantage;
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office software;
• Excellent research, analysis and presentation skills;
• Excellent organizational, project management and communication skills;
• Competent, prompt, diligent and ability to work under pressure;
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information in a sensitive and tactful manner;
• A proven track record in handling conveyancing work from tier 1 banks in Kenya is highly desirable;
• Experience in handling corporate and commercial matters will be an added advantage;
• Problem solving and creative thinking skills.
• Highly adaptive to change and result oriented.

Only applicants with a minimum experience of Eight (8) years as an advocate/associate in conveyancing section will be considered.

Qualified individuals should submit their applications to hr@mukelemonilaw.com not later than 1200 hrs on Friday 30th April 2021.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted within Thirty (30) days.