Commercial/Conveyancing Advocate Vacancy – Westlands

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.

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We are a trusted partner on the recruitment panels of over 15 law firms in Kenya we provide you with direct visibility to top-tier hiring managers and exclusive roles that aren’t always advertised publicly. Whether you are looking for a lateral move or a step up into a specialized practice area, placing your CV with us ensures your profile is prioritized by the firms that matter most.

Role Objective

Our client, a well-established law firm located in Westlands, Nairobi, is seeking an ambitious Commercial & Conveyancing Advocate to join its growing practice. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing conveyancing and commercial transactions, advising clients on complex legal matters, and delivering practical legal solutions while maintaining the highest professional standards.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

  • Oversee commercial and conveyancing transactions from instruction through to successful completion.
  • Conduct legal due diligence, title investigations and risk assessments for property and corporate transactions.
  • Draft, review and negotiate sale agreements, leases, transfers, charges, securities, commercial contracts and other legal documentation.
  • Coordinate the execution, stamping and registration of legal instruments with the relevant government agencies and regulatory bodies.
  • Advise clients on commercial, corporate, property and real estate matters while offering practical and business-oriented legal solutions.
  • Work closely with financial institutions, government offices, surveyors, valuers, estate agents and other stakeholders to facilitate seamless transactions.
  • Support corporate transactions by reviewing contractual obligations, identifying legal risks and recommending appropriate safeguards.
  • Maintain accurate transaction records and ensure matters are progressed within agreed timelines.
  • Monitor changes in legislation and regulatory requirements affecting commercial and conveyancing practice.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities to enhance client satisfaction and support business growth.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across the firm to deliver high-quality legal services.
  • Undertake any other responsibilities assigned in support of the firm’s operations

  Job Specifications and Qualifications

  • At least two (2) years Post admission experience in a busy law firm.
  • An upper 2nd Bachelors of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university.
  • A valid practicing certificate.

    Key Competencies

  • Excellent legal drafting, analytical and research skills.
  • Strong commercial awareness and sound legal judgment.
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and client relationship management skills.
  • Self-motivated, proactive and results-driven.
  • High ethical standards, integrity and professionalism.

If interested in the position and meet the above requirements, kindly send your CV on or before 14th August 2026 to the email careers@emergeegressconsulting.com and indicate the position applied for in the subject line. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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