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Partner — Projects & Infrastructure

Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH Kenya) · Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya

· Onsite · KSh1,500,000 - KSh3,000,000/month

0 Applicants · 0 Views · Posted 1 hour ago

Position Overview

Location: Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya

Compensation: KSh1,500,000 - KSh3,000,000/month

Experience: 12+ years

Position: Executive

Type: Job

Practice Area: Banking Law, Corporate Law

Remote: No

Posted: Mar 14, 2026

Deadline: Sep 30, 2026

Job Description

CDH Kenya is looking for a laterally hired Partner to lead its Projects & Infrastructure practice in Nairobi. The firm seeks a rainmaker with an existing client base in energy, transport, water, or ICT infrastructure to build out CDH's East African project finance offering. CDH's pan-African platform spans 5 offices across the continent.

Responsibilities

Build and lead CDH Kenya's Projects & Infrastructure practice. Originate and lead mandates in energy, transport, and ICT infrastructure. Advise on PPP structuring, project finance, and concession agreements. Mentor and develop a team of associates. Contribute to CDH's pan-African strategy and cross-selling across offices.

Requirements

Advocate of the High Court of Kenya. 12+ years PQE with at least 5 years at partner level. Portable book of business in projects, infrastructure, or PPP work. Track record of leading large-scale transactions (>$50M). Established relationships with DFIs, lenders, and project sponsors.

Perks & Benefits

Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning

Compensation

KSh1,500,000 - KSh3,000,000/month

Practice Area

Banking Law, Corporate Law

Position

Executive

Required Skills

Project finance, PPP, Infrastructure, Business development, Team leadership, DFI relationships

Industry

Legal

Bar Admission Requirements

Bar Admission Required: Yes

Applicant Location Requirements

Applicants must be located in: US

Application Contact

Contact: Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH Kenya) Hiring Team

Email: kenya@cdhlegal.com

Application Deadline

September 30, 2026

Employment Type

Full time

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