Senior Legal Officer

Public Service Superannuation Fund is seeking a highly qualified Senior Legal Officer to join their Legal Department. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for an experienced legal professional to contribute to the organization’s strategic objectives while ensuring robust legal compliance and risk management.

Position Overview:

The Senior Legal Officer will be responsible for providing comprehensive legal services, managing contracts, and offering strategic legal counsel to protect the Fund’s interests. This role combines advisory responsibilities with hands-on legal work in a dynamic social security environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Legal Advisory Services:
• Draft and review legal opinions on contracts, policies, and strategic issues
• Analyze and communicate new laws and regulatory changes to relevant departments
• Provide strategic legal counsel to management under supervisor’s direction
• Conduct research to enhance legal service delivery efficiency

Contract Management:
• Review and draft both local and international contracts including:
– Loan agreements
– Mortgages
– Pledges
– Guarantees
• Develop and implement contract negotiation strategies
• Create standardized contract templates for Fund-wide use
• Maintain comprehensive contract management database
• Establish and monitor contractual risk register

Compliance & Risk Management:
• Ensure legal compliance in corporate account opening applications
• Monitor legal risks affecting statutory obligations
• Maintain updated industry regulations and directives on Fund’s portal
• Participate in records management for legal documents and title deeds
• Process registration for newly acquired Fund properties

Litigation Management:
• Monitor external counsel handling court cases
• Attend court proceedings and prepare witnesses
• Conduct pre-trial briefings
• Provide recommendations for out-of-court settlements
• Prepare progress reports on ongoing cases

Research & Development:
• Research recurring legal issues in the social security sector
• Participate in legal awareness creation initiatives
• Contribute to development of standard legal formats
• Assist in disseminating relevant laws and regulations

Required Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized university
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law from Council for Legal Education

Experience:

• Minimum six (6) years post-admission experience
• At least three (3) years at Legal Officer I level (PSSF Grade 7) or comparable position
• Demonstrated expertise in contract law and corporate legal affairs

Professional Require

ments:

• Active membership with Law Society of Kenya
• Leadership Course Certificate (minimum 4 weeks) from recognized institution
• Fulfillment of Chapter 6 Constitution requirements

Technical Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in computer applications
• Strong legal research and analytical capabilities
• Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills
• Proficient in legal risk assessment and management

Additional Competencies:

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork abilities

Why Join This Organization:

• Opportunity to work with a leading social security institution
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation package
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment

The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional legal expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of legal practice in the social security sector.