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Senior Legal Officer

Multimedia University of Kenya · Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya

· Onsite · KSh200,000 - KSh350,000/month

0 Applicants · 0 Views · Posted 2 hours ago

Position Overview

Location: Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya

Compensation: KSh200,000 - KSh350,000/month

Experience: 5 years

Position: Senior

Type: Job

Practice Area: Corporate Governance, Employment Law

Remote: No

Posted: Mar 17, 2026

Job Description

Multimedia University of Kenya seeks a Senior Legal Officer to manage its legal department. The role involves providing comprehensive legal services to the university including contract management, regulatory compliance, employment law advisory, and institutional governance. The officer will also handle litigation matters, intellectual property issues, and provide guidance on university policies.

Responsibilities

Oversee the university's legal function and provide strategic legal advice to management. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements. Manage litigation and external counsel relationships. Advise on employment law matters, disciplinary proceedings, and HR policies. Handle intellectual property and research collaboration agreements. Support institutional governance and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

LLB degree from a recognized university. Masters degree in Law (LLM) is an added advantage. Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid practicing certificate. Minimum 5 years post-admission experience with at least 2 years in a senior legal role. Knowledge of employment law, institutional governance, and public procurement. CPS(K) qualification is an advantage.

Perks & Benefits

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

Compensation

KSh200,000 - KSh350,000/month

Practice Area

Corporate Governance, Employment Law

Position

Senior

Industry

Education

Applicant Location Requirements

Applicants must be located in: US

Application Contact

Contact: Multimedia University of Kenya Hiring Team

Application Deadline

Not specified

Employment Type

Full time