KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review legislation, proposed bills, judicial decisions, best practice and market trends which have an impact on the Bank and advise/recommend changes to Bank policies and procedures. 
• Analyze compliance requirements of existing, new and/or revised laws and regulations. Provide support in ensuring that the Bank complies with all applicable laws and regulations. Provide advice in relation to compliance matters as contained in the legislation. 
• Conduct internal legal compliance audits and examinations to ensure compliance with legislative requirements. 
• Liaise with relevant business where legal risks have been identified, to develop mitigating measures and implement remedial action. 
• Update legal compliance checklists and matrixes used for undertaking legal compliance reviews in line with legislation. 
• Provide legal support in research, drafting and review of Bank policies, product terms and conditions. 
• Power of Attorney PA Management: Preparation, registration, revocation and maintain data/information of the KCB Kenya PAs.
• Court Orders: Verification of Court Orders and legal guidance on implementation and execution of the same. 
• Maintain and procure the department’s reference materials. Subscribe for Kenya Gazette, Legal Notices and Bills. Ensure that the Bank’s Laws of Kenya sets are updated regularly 
• Any other duties assigned

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

•  Bachelor's degree in Law LL.B
• Diploma in Law.
• Advocate of the High Court.
• At least 4 years' post admission work experience, including experience in legal drafting, corporate and commercial law, dispute resolution and legal risk management.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.