21 Jan 2026

Legal Counsel at Watu Credit Limited

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Job Description

Watu Credit Limited is a dynamic and fast-growing non-bank finance company. Watu Credit Limited harnesses technology to offer unsecured lending, primarily via mobile services. We aim to become the leading African provider of a broad set of inclusive financial products, delivered through technology in a fast, efficient and professional manner.

Legal Counsel

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in managing all litigation matters within the company and its subsidiaries, including handling matters in person as required
  • Receive and process summons and pleadings filed against the company
  • Ensure accurate documentation of cases, including maintaining the litigation tracker and
  • keeping records of all upcoming court dates and case progress for each case
  • Give sound legal opinions on litigation matters within the company and its subsidiaries with key focus on cost management
  • Draft for review and approval all demand letters, legal instruments and court defense responses
  • Participate in negotiation of out of court settlements and draft settlement agreements for execution
  • Assist in contract lifecycle management including drafting, reviewing & overseeing execution of contracts and maintenance of the contract database
  • Conduct legal research, monitor legislation changes and advise management on the same
  • Oversee legal compliance in all facilities leased by the company
  • Maintain regular communication with external panel of lawyers, insurance service providers and other stakeholders
  • Any other duties as assigned from time to time

Requirements

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized institution
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience


Method of Application

Submit your CV and Application on Company Website : Click Here

Closing Date : February 10, 2026





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