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Senior Legal Officer at Pesapal
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Nairobi 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted 10 days ago (26 Aug 2026) Updated 10 days ago
How to Apply
Send your CV via the Pesapal careers page at pesapal.careers-page.com.
Job Description
The Senior Legal Officer will provide comprehensive legal support across the organization, focusing on dispute resolution, litigation, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance. They will work closely with internal stakeholders and external counsel to manage legal risks and ensure the business operates within applicable laws. The role also involves delivering practical legal advice that balances commercial objectives with risk mitigation.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • BA/BSc/HND or Postgraduate Diploma in Law
- • Minimum 5 years post‑enrolment legal practice experience
- • Strong legal research, drafting, negotiation and analytical abilities
- • Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills
- • High integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Manage litigation and dispute resolution matters
- • Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts
- • Provide legal advisory services to internal teams
- • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
- • Coordinate with external counsel and oversee legal processes