Legal Secretary– Nairobi Job

Looking for a legal job in Kenya? Emerge Egress Consulting is recruiting a Legal Secretary position for a well-established law firm. Proficiency in legal document preparation, office administration, and Microsoft Office is required.

Emerge Egress Consulting is a HR Management & Training Consulting Firm established in 2017 based in Nairobi. In essence it focuses in Recruitment, Business & Marketing Strategy and Training Programs for various sectors. We partner with clients in various industries and sectors in order to meet their various needs.

Role Objective 

Our client, a well-established medium size law firm, is seeking to recruit a highly organized and dependable Legal Secretary The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting office operations and providing administrative assistance within a busy legal environment.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support in legal matters, including family, corporate, commercial, and conveyancing cases.
• Manage office records, files, and case documents to ensure they are properly organized and up to date.
• Handle incoming and outgoing communications, including emails, phone calls, and official correspondence.
• Assist in preparing, typing, and formatting legal documents such as contracts, agreements, and court-related paperwork.
• Maintain calendars and schedule meetings, consultations, and court-related appointments.
• Facilitate communication between lawyers, clients, and external parties such as courts.
• Receive, scan, file, and securely store legal documents and client records.
• Prepare basic administrative documents such as invoices, payment vouchers, and office reports.
• Assist in tracking deadlines, case progress, and other important client matters.
• Ensure smooth coordination of office activities to support efficient delivery of legal services.
• Perform any other administrative or support duties as assigned by legal staff.

Job Specifications and Qualifications

• Diploma in Law, Business Administration, Communication, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in a similar role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Key Competencies 

• Good analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Adaptability in a fast-paced work setting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

How to Apply

If interested in the position and meet the above requirements, kindly send your CV on or before 23^rd July 2026 to the email careers@emergeegressconsulting.com and indicate the position applied for in the subject line. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.