199 Senior Legal Counsel Corporate Compliance jobs in Nairobi

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust corporate compliance programs, policies, and procedures across the organization.
• Provide expert legal advice and guidance on a wide range of corporate legal matters, including contracts, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex issues, providing clear and actionable recommendations.
• Oversee internal investigations and audits to identify and mitigate compliance risks.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of legal documents, including agreements, policies, and disclosures.
• Advise on data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, POPIA) and ensure compliance with data protection laws.
• Manage external legal counsel and service providers as needed.
• Stay updated on changes in legislation and regulatory requirements impacting the business.
• Develop and deliver training programs to employees on compliance matters and legal policies.
• Collaborate with senior management and various departments to foster a strong culture of compliance and ethical conduct.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings or negotiations where necessary.

• A Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from a recognized university.
• Admission to the bar and a valid practicing license in a relevant jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law, with a significant focus on compliance and regulatory matters.
• Proven experience in developing and managing comprehensive compliance programs.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate governance principles, contract law, and commercial law.
• Familiarity with data protection laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage a demanding workload, and prioritize effectively in a remote environment.
• Demonstrated ability to advise senior stakeholders and influence decision-making.

• Provide expert legal advice on corporate compliance matters, including anti-bribery, anti-corruption, data privacy, and sanctions.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's global compliance program, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential compliance vulnerabilities and propose mitigation strategies.
• Lead and manage internal investigations into alleged compliance violations.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs to employees at all levels.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and external counsel as needed.
• Advise on the compliance implications of new business initiatives, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Stay current with changes in relevant laws and regulations and advise the business accordingly.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Legal, Audit, HR, and Business Units, to promote a strong compliance culture.
• Manage external counsel engaged in compliance-related matters.

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from a reputable institution.
• Admission to the bar in a relevant jurisdiction and good standing.
• Minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience in corporate compliance, preferably within a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Proven experience in developing and managing comprehensive compliance programs.
• Strong understanding of international compliance regulations and best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Experience conducting internal investigations is essential.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and standard office software.
• This role is based in **Mombasa, Mombasa, KE**, requiring the candidate to be available for hybrid work arrangements, including in-office days as needed.

• Admitted to the Bar and in good standing with a recognized legal professional body.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in corporate law, with a strong emphasis on transactional work and corporate governance.
• Proven experience advising on M&A, capital markets, corporate finance, and commercial contracts.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate law principles, securities regulations, and compliance matters.
• Excellent legal research, analytical reasoning, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage legal projects independently in a remote setting.
• High ethical standards and a strong commitment to professional responsibility.
• Experience in cross-border transactions and international law is a significant asset.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Develop, implement, and manage the company's compliance program.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Draft and update compliance policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular compliance training sessions for employees at all levels.
• Monitor and audit business activities for compliance with policies and regulations.
• Investigate potential compliance violations and recommend corrective actions.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and manage external compliance audits.
• Advise senior management on legal and regulatory risks and mitigation strategies.
• Manage and update the company's risk assessment framework.
• Stay current with changes in relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a strong culture of ethics and compliance throughout the organization.

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from a reputable institution.
• Admitted to practice law in a recognized jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in legal practice, with a significant focus on compliance and regulatory matters.
• Demonstrated expertise in corporate compliance, risk management, and regulatory affairs.
• Strong understanding of relevant industry-specific regulations.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in legal research and compliance management software.

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive compliance programs and policies.
• Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations and assess their impact on the business.
• Advise senior management and business units on regulatory requirements and compliance strategies.
• Conduct internal investigations and audits to ensure adherence to policies and regulations.
• Manage relationships with regulatory bodies and external auditors.
• Oversee the company's anti-money laundering (AML) and know your customer (KYC) initiatives.
• Provide legal guidance on data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, Kenyan Data Protection Act).
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs for employees.
• Review and advise on marketing materials and product offerings for regulatory compliance.
• Manage regulatory filings and reporting obligations.
• Represent the company in interactions with regulatory agencies.

The Legal Officer is responsible for providing expert legal services to support business and ensure operations are carried out in accordance with the laid down company policies and procedures, regulatory guidelines and are within legal framework.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

• Provide legal advice and interpretation to on issues relating to the operations, procedures and policies governing the general business of the organization to ensure compliance with the law.
• Drafting and reviewing agreements, legal documents, Memorandums of Understanding and other collateral securities relating to MCL's business
• Perusing, drafting, renewing, reviewing and editing of loan documents and loan files where and when necessary.
• Providing general legal advice on legal recovery processes and drafting the necessary notices for example demand notices, default notices, recall notices, etc. Participate in recovery of written off and bad loans.
• Work in liaison with external law firms, ensure due diligence is conducted on individual borrowers, companies, organizations, associations, partnerships and loan securities pledged by clients.
• Providing advice on litigation matters and monitor assignments with external lawyers. Routinely appear in courts of law with external lawyers and any other fora and design appropriate litigation strategies to monitor the progress of litigation matters.
• Preparing release letters for securities after completion of the loans and ensure release of security where applicable.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned by management from time to time.

Qualification, Knowledge and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognized Institution, Post Graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law
• At least 4 years' experience in a legal department of a busy organization, financial services, with sound exposure to credit or lending and debt recovery.
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya of at least 2 years' post-admission.
• Certified Public Secretary of Kenya CPS (K) is an added advantage
• Membership in the Law Society of Kenya.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite packages as well as good IT skills and knowledge are essential

Key Competencies

• Proficient negotiation and mediation skills
• Innovative thinking ability with strong analytical skills
• Exceptional communication skills, organizational and report writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build supportive relationships with everyone across the firm.
• Able to multi-task, manage time effectively and keep calm under pressure.
• Maintains the highest professional standards.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application through our careers page and detailed CV by 20th September 2025.