Job Description

A Reputable Company

• Assists the Transactions Unit with drafting and review of agreements.
• Drafts pleadings, motions, witness statements and other court processes.
• Draft letters, demand notices and other correspondence.
• Collates evidence and conducts research on case law.
• Keeps a record of changes in the law.
• Attends court to represent the company as a party in court.
• Attends hearings at quasi-judicial bodies such as the National Labour Commission (NLC) and the Electronic Telecommunications Tribunal (ETC).
• Manages case files in the Litigation Unit.
• Manages internal and external correspondence in document files.
• Carries out assigned tasks at the Companies’ Registry, Lands Commission and other institutions.
• Conducts general legal research for the Legal Department

Required Skills or Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

• Holds a Qualifying and Practising Certificate in Law.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must have a working knowledge of court room procedure and administrative functions.
• Must have Record – keeping and management skills.

PERSON SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills.