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Legal Assistant at Ayaz Real Estate
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Nairobi 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted 17 days ago (19 Aug 2026) Deadline: 18 Sep 2026 Updated 11 days ago
How to Apply
Forward your CV to hr@ayazproperties.com with the position as the email subject.
Job Description
The Legal Assistant will provide comprehensive legal and administrative support for real‑estate transactions, ensuring documentation is accurate, organized and confidential. Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing contracts, managing client files, and liaising with lawyers, government offices and other stakeholders. The role requires strong attention to detail, effective communication and the ability to conduct basic legal research. This position supports the legal team by tracking approvals and escalating complex matters as needed.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • Diploma or Degree in Law.
- • 1–2 years experience as a Paralegal, preferably in real estate or a related industry.
- • Good knowledge of legal documentation and administrative procedures.
- • Excellent communication, organization and follow‑up skills.
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Prepare, review, organize, and maintain legal and client documentation.
- • Assist with property sale agreements, contracts, letters and other legal documents.
- • Maintain accurate and confidential client and legal files.
- • Handle client enquiries and provide timely follow‑up on documentation and legal matters.
- • Liaise with clients, lawyers, government offices and other stakeholders.
- • Track pending documentation, approvals, transfers and related legal processes.
- • Conduct basic legal research and prepare summaries as required.
- • Assist in preparing reports and maintaining legal records.
- • Escalate complex legal matters to the Legal Officer or management.
- • Ensure compliance with company procedures and confidentiality requirements.