Mater Misericordiae Hospital Legal Officer Jobs in Kenya
Main Duties
Prepare and manage contracts, leasing security documents, Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), and other legal documents between the institution and external parties.
Review and negotiate various agreements and documents with suppliers and customers, including sales and service contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and tender documents.
Communicate with external attorneys to obtain legal advice on issues relating to the institution’s obligations, rights, risks, and organizational privileges where necessary.
Collaborate with internal departments such as Human Resources, Finance, and Business Development to ensure legal compliance across the institution.
Coordinate with Human Resources, Management, and external attorneys to ensure procedures and policies are implemented and enforced in accordance with legal requirements.
Review and vet demand letters, statutory notices, pleadings, affidavits, and other litigation-related documents.
Provide guidance on litigation matters.
Manage litigation records and conduct regular reviews of ongoing legal matters.
Liaise with external lawyers to protect the institution’s interests in contract negotiations, dispute resolution, and litigation matters.
Perform any other related duties as assigned from time to time.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree.
Postgraduate Diploma from the Kenya School of Law.
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current Practising Certificate.
Minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience.
Skills and Competencies
Excellent drafting and report-writing skills.
Strong working knowledge of contract drafting and lease transactions.
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
How to Apply
If you are interested in the above position and you meet the requirements listed, please send your application together with a detailed CV, Copies of Academic Certificates, three 3 referees, and include their telephone contacts and email addresses to hrrecruit@materkenya.com so as to reach us no later than 16 th November, 2026.
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