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Eat 'N' Go Limited
Legal & Compliance Manager
Nairobi
• Kenya
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Eat 'N' Go LimitedProfession (Retail, wholesale, FMCG, Mid-level)
Industry (Legal, Mid-level)
Seniority (Legal, Retail, wholesale, FMCG)
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Eat 'N' Go Limited
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Description
The Legal Manager is responsible for providing comprehensive legal support to the organization by managing legal risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering sound legal advice to support business objectives. The role oversees contract management, litigation, corporate governance, and compliance frameworks while safeguarding the company’s interests Legal Advisory & Business Support
Requirements
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and Barrister-at-Law (BL) qualification.
- Minimum of 6–10 years’ post-call experience.
- Strong experience in corporate/commercial law, contract negotiation, and compliance.
- Experience managing litigation and working with external counsel.
- Industry experience in [Manufacturing, real estate / construction / FMCG / fintech/Hospitality] is an added advantage
- Strategic Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Risk Assessment & Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Negotiation & Influence
- Decision-Making
- Ethical Judgment
Responsibilities
- Provide timely and practical legal advice to management and business units on operational and strategic matters.
- Interpret laws, regulations, and policies impacting the organization and communicate implications clearly.
- Support business decision-making by identifying legal risks and recommending mitigation strategies
- Contract Management
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements including vendor contracts,
- service agreements, NDAs, leases, and partnership agreements.
- Ensure contracts align with company policies and legal requirements.
- Maintain a contract repository and track key obligations, renewal dates, and risks.
- Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all applicable local laws, industry regulations, and statutory requirements.
- Monitor changes in legislation and advise the organization on necessary adjustments.
- Coordinate regulatory filings, permits, licenses, and approvals.
- Risk & Compliance Monitoring
- Prime responsibilities and duties
- Litigation & Dispute Management
- Manage all litigation, disputes, and claims involving the organization.
- Liaise with external counsel and oversee their performance to ensure costeffective legal representation.
- Develop dispute resolution strategies to minimize legal exposure and financial impact follow-up on audit recommendations.
- Corporate Governance
- Support the implementation of corporate governance policies and best practices.
- Assist in board-related matters including preparation of legal documents, resolutions, and minutes (if applicable).
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and ethical standards
- Risk Management
- Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks across all business operations.
- Conduct periodic legal audits and compliance reviews.
- Develop risk management frameworks and internal controls.
- Policy Development & Implementation
- Develop, review, and update internal policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Ensure policies are aligned with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Drive awareness and adherence across the organization.
- Training & Awareness
- Conduct training sessions for staff on legal, compliance, and regulatory matters.
- Promote a culture of compliance and ethical behavior within the organization.
- Stakeholder & Regulatory Engagement
- Serve as the primary point of contact for legal matters with regulators and external stakeholders.
- Build and maintain relationships with regulatory authorities and industry bodies
- Leadership & Team Development
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