Legal Officer Job UBA, Nairobi, Kenya

Job Title: Legal Officer
Date Posted: 01/08/2026
Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Middle
Employer: United Bank for Africa
Industry: Legal
Salary: Open
Location: Nairobi
Country: Kenya
Deadline: 16/08/2026
Summary: Legal Jobs, UBA Jobs. Looking for a legal job in Kenya? United Bank for Africa (UBA) is hiring a Legal Officer to manage legal risk, draft and review contracts, ensure regulatory compliance, and handle litigation matters across bank operations.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Head of Legal & Company Secretary, the Legal Officer plays a vital role in safeguarding the institution’s legal standing and upholding the highest standards of corporate governance. This position is accountable for delivering expert legal advice, drafting precise legal opinions, and ensuring rigorous adherence to regulatory compliance frameworks. Additionally, the role provides seamless administrative and strategic support to the Board and Company Secretariat, facilitating effective board management, governance administration, and high-level stakeholder alignment.

Requirements

Education:

  • Minimum of Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Laws.
  • Associate, Fellow, or Member of the Institute of Certified Secretaries (ICS) Kenya
  • Active LSK Membership

Experience:

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience with a bank/financial institution in a similar capacity.

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