Qualifications & Experience:

• Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, with a current Practicing Certificate.
• A minimum of four (4) years post-admission working experience in a busy Law firm.
• Must be based in Nakuru County or willing to relocate.
• Demonstrable prior experience in Conveyancing Processes, a strong understanding of Kenyan Land Laws, Banking and Litigation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting, reviewing, and perfecting a wide variety of legal documents, including pleadings, security documents, agreements for sale, leases, and transfers with a high degree of accuracy.
• Managing the timely perfection of securities, including charges, debentures, and mortgages, ensuring adherence to very strict turnaround times.
• Effectively coordinating with various government registries, including the Lands Registry, Companies Registry, Local Authorities, and Survey of Kenya, to oversee and expedite client matters.
• Serving as a primary point of contact for clients, providing sound legal opinions and advice on matters relating to real estate and litigation.
• Acting as the lead liaison for the branch, coordinating communication between clients, mortgage lenders, estate agents, and other third parties to ensure seamless transaction flow.
• Actively participating in business development initiatives to build and enhance the firm’s client base in the region.
  Ensuring systematic file management for all client matters.
• Contributing to the firm’s knowledge base by preparing articles, legal alerts, and training materials.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong critical thinking, legal reasoning, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Superior organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities with a keen eyefor detail.
• Demonstrable experience using legal practice and file management systems.
• A thorough, innovative, and results-oriented mindset.
• Proven ability to build and maintain highly effective working relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.

How to Apply

If you believe you are the right candidate for this exciting role, please send your application, including a cover letter and a detailed Curriculum Vitae, to applications@simba-advocates.com.

To ensure your application is processed correctly, please use the following code as the subject
of your email: REF: NAK/AA/1025 – APPLICATION FOR ASSOCIATE ADVOCATE