Associate, Corporate and Commercial
Optimized PeopleNairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya
Posted March 4, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Optimized People is a boutique talent consultancy focused on the Professional Services sector—legal, audit, accounting, and consulting. We deliver end-to-end talent solutions, blending recruitment, psychometric assessment, coaching, and organizational development to build high-performing teams. Our global footprint allows us to partner with firms worldwide, customizing services such as culture surveys and HR consulting to meet local needs. By combining data-driven insights with industry expertise, we help clients attract, develop, and retain top talent while driving organizational effectiveness. Our commitment to tailored, evidence-based strategies sets us apart in the talent consulting landscape.
Job Description
Our client is a leading top-tier law firm in Kenya, seeking a Senior Associate with 3-5 years of experience in corporate and commercial law, strong leadership and team development skills, and ability to build and manage client relationships.
Requirements
- LLB or equivalent qualification
- Masters degree (added benefit)
- Admitted Attorney in Kenya
- 3-5 years post-admission experience in a busy commercial department
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- Ability to build and manage client relationships
- Commitment to firm values and culture
- Entrepreneurial mindset
- Effective file management skills
- Attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
- Strong technical skills
- Ability to prioritize and coordinate work to meet deadlines
