Legal Associate, Corporate and Legal Affairs

Strathmore University

Strathmore College was started in 1961 as an Advanced-level Sixth Form College offering Science and Arts subjects by a group of professionals, who formed a charitable Educational Trust (now the Strathmore Educational Trust). Strathmore College was the first in Pre-independence Kenya to accommodate all races, religions and social standing. Saint Josemaría Escrivá, founder of Opus Dei, inspired and encouraged them to start the College.

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Legal Associate, Corporate and Legal Affairs

Basic job summary: 

  • The job holder is responsible for contributing to the efficient operation of the  legal affairs department by conducting research, drafting documents, and managing legal files. 

Duties & Responsibilities: 
Legal Support 
The key tasks include, but are not limited to: 

  • Conduct in-depth legal research on legal issues relevant to the university. 
  • Analyse statutes, regulations, case law, and other legal materials to 
  • provide informed recommendations. 
  • Prepare detailed legal opinions, memoranda and reports. 
  • Lead or participate in special projects related to either departmental and/or University needs as assigned 

Document Drafting and Review 
The key tasks include, but are not limited to: 

  • Draft and review contracts, agreements, and other legal documents. 
  • Assist in the preparation of legal pleadings and other court documents. 
  • Ensure that documents comply with legal requirements. 

Compliance Support 
The key tasks include, but are not limited to: 

  • Assist in monitoring the university's compliance with local laws and regulations. 
  • Help to maintain records of compliance activities. 
  • Assist in the development of compliance policies and procedures

File Management 
The key tasks include, but are not limited to: 

  • Maintain and Organise legal files, both physical and electronic. 
  • Ensure the confidentiality and security of legal documents. 
  • Manage the department's document management system. 

Administrative Support 
The key tasks include, but are not limited to: 

  • Provide general administrative support to the legal affairs department. 
  • Assist with scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and handling correspondence. 
  • Help with the tracking of legal deadlines. 
  • Complete tasks assigned by senior legal staff. 
  • Aid in the gathering of information for legal cases. 

Minimum Academic Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) 
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law 
  • Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court  
  • CPS (K) qualification will be an added advantage 

Experience: 

  • Minimum of 2 years of post-admission experience 

 

Professional Qualifications  

  • Registered with the LSK

 

Method of Application

Are you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting “Legal Associate Corporate and Legal Affairs” on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 21 st June 2026. Due to the large number of applications we may receive, kindly note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please be advised that Strathmore University is an equal opportunity employer and does NOT ask for money from applicants under any circumstances during its recruitment process. Interested applicants are encouraged to exercise caution upon receiving any such interview opportunity that requires payment of any money.

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