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Senior Associate II – Litigation & Dispute Resolution
CountyNairobiCityNairobiContractType not specifiedPosted2026-08-21Close dateNot specifiedExperience5 yearsSourceJobWeb Kenya
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AI summary
A litigation-focused legal role in Nairobi seeking a technically strong Advocate with at least 5 years’ PQE to manage complex disputes, supervise juniors, and support business development. The position requires strong drafting, advocacy, and client-management skills within a reputable legal environment.
- Requires LLB and admission as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
- At least 5 years’ post-qualification experience in litigation and dispute resolution
- Involves managing complex matters, leading juniors, and business development
- Based in Nairobi, Kenya
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- Required5+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
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- RequiredAvailability to work in NairobiThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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Original source description
- The role requires a technically strong Advocate with proven expertise in legal drafting and advocacy, alongside strong client management, leadership and business development capabilities.
- Key
Responsibilities
- Manage and provide strategic legal advice on complex Litigation and Dispute Resolution matters, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery to clients.
- Support Partners and Principal Associates in managing complex client matters, while exercising sound independent judgment and escalating issues where appropriate.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships by understanding client needs, providing practical legal solutions and responding promptly to client requirements.
- Lead, supervise, mentor and coach junior Associates, Pupils and other team members, including effective delegation and review of work.
- Represent clients before courts, tribunals, arbitral panels and other relevant forums, and develop effective litigation and dispute resolution strategies.
- Contribute to business development by identifying new opportunities, supporting client pitches and proposals, strengthening existing relationships and contributing to departmental revenue targets.
- Manage assigned matters effectively within agreed timelines and budgets, including monitoring time, costs, billing and accounts receivable.
- Promote compliance with the Firm’s policies, professional standards, ethical
Requirements
- and risk-management procedures while maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound professional judgment.
- Keep abreast of developments in legislation, case law, industry trends and legal practice, proactively sharing knowledge and identifying opportunities to improve the Firm’s services and ways of working.
- Key Qualifications
- LLB degree from a recognized university.
- Admission as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
Experience
- in a reputable law firm or in-house legal environment.
- At least 5 years’ PQE, with more experienced candidates also considered.
- The ability to independently manage complex legal matters.
- Demonstrable leadership and supervision experience.
- Strong communication, legal drafting and advocacy skills.
- Strong client relationship-management capabilities.
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