Legal Secretary Vacancy – Nairobi

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 SecretaryThe 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

If interested in the position and meet the above requirements, kindly send your CV on or before 23rd 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.

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