Legal, Compliance & Data Protection Officer at Bamburi Cement Ltd

About You

We are seeking a highly skilled legal and compliance professional with a strong foundation in regulatory frameworks, corporate governance, data protection, and risk management. You take pride in your attention to detail, problem-solving capabilities, and ability to provide timely legal and compliance guidance. You are comfortable working independently while collaborating across departments and with external advisors to ensure regulatory compliance, robust corporate governance, and effective company secretarial and administrative support.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety rules as an integral part of all job duties in accordance with Group H&S guidelines
• Provide legal advice, guidance, and risk mitigation support across the organization
• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts, agreements, and other legal documents
• Oversee litigation management, including coordination with external counsel, court processes, and reporting
• Monitor and ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and Group policies
• Support compliance training, investigations, and implementation of Minimum Control Standards
• Drive data protection and records management compliance, including audits, reporting, and training
• Act as primary contact with regulatory authorities on legal and data protection matters
• Assist the Company Secretary with board administration, meetings, and shareholder matters
• Support management of the company's intellectual property portfolio and related disputes
• Monitor legal risks in business operations, marketing, trade, and customer activities
• Contribute to department cost control, budget monitoring, and approval of legal invoices

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent; a Master's degree is preferred

Location

Nairobi, Kenya