About Ridgeway Holdings
Ridgeway Holdings is a transport and logistics company that specialises in passenger bus services and parcel delivery along the Nairobi-Mombasa, Nairobi-Kisumu, and Nairobi-Eldoret corridors. Founded in 1999, the company operates a fleet of sixty luxury buses and forty parcel vans. Ridgeway carries an estimated 4,000 passengers daily and has earned a reputation for punctuality and safety. The company employs 500 staff including drivers, conductors, mechanics, and customer service personnel. Ridgeway Holdings is licensed by the National Transport and Safety Authority and holds ISO 39001 certification for road traffic safety management.
What you will do:
You will support the legal department in drafting and reviewing commercial contracts, preparing legal opinions, and managing regulatory compliance matters. Daily tasks include conducting legal research, maintaining the company's contract management system, and ensuring that all contracts are executed in accordance with internal approval processes. The role also involves assisting with litigation matters, including preparing court documents, liaising with external advocates, and tracking case timelines. You will monitor changes in legislation and regulations that affect the company's operations and advise management on compliance requirements. Experience in corporate law, banking law, or employment law is valuable. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal colleagues.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field
- Minimum 3 years of proven experience in a similar position
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in relevant industry software and tools
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across teams
- Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices
To apply, submit your application through the apply button below. Include your CV, a cover letter, and copies of your academic and professional certificates. Ridgeway Holdings is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of gender, disability, or ethnic background.
