Temporary Legal Assistant at Capital Markets Authority (CMA)

Reporting to the Corporation Secretary & Director, Legal Affairs and will be responsible for supporting the market regulation by offering general legal support that includes litigation work on behalf of the Authority.

Contract Period: Six (6) Months Fixed Term Contract

The key responsibilities for the position include but not limited to:

• Drafting and preparing court and tribunal documents.
• Assisting in the preparation of legal opinions and strategic documentation.
• Conducting legal analysis and research on regulatory issues including litigation matters.
• Attending Court and Tribunal as and when required.
• Providing general legal support across the range of the Authority’s regulatory role.

Minimum Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) qualification from a reputable institution
• Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Possess a current Practicing Certificate for year 2025.
• At least one (1) year post admission experience.
• In good standing with the Law Society of Kenya (LSK).

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent legal drafting skills
• Excellent legal research skills
• Integrity and honesty
• Attention to detail
• Professionalism
• Negotiation skills