Grace. W. Mwangi

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Group Head of Legal and Compliance Services- Radio Africa Group @ Radio Africa Group
Nairobi County, Kenya
Grace. W. Mwangi's Location
Nairobi County, Kenya, Kenya
About Grace. W. Mwangi

A dedicated legal professional with over 15 years of experience in both administrative and senior leadership roles, I possess a robust understanding of Kenyan corporate laws, including litigation, commercial conveyancing, insurance law, banking law, media law, and company secretarial functions. My career is marked by a proven track record in solid governance practices, where I have effectively supported senior leadership and company directors in making informed legal decisions.I excel in coordinating executive committee activities and have successfully represented organizations in a wide range of legal matters and contracts. My versatility allows me to adapt to various challenges, while my insightful and approachable demeanor fosters strong working relationships. With excellent organizational skills and strategic thinking, I pay meticulous attention to detail, enabling me to lead teams toward achieving both personal and organizational success.In addition, I am committed to continuous professional development and staying abreast of evolving legal standards and practices, ensuring that I provide the best possible guidance and support. My passion for the law and dedication to excellence drive my efforts to contribute positively to every organization I am a part of.

Grace. W. Mwangi's Current Company Details
Radio Africa Group

Radio Africa Group

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Group Head of Legal and Compliance Services- Radio Africa Group
Nairobi County, Kenya
Website:
the-star.co.ke
Employees:
647
Grace. W. Mwangi Work Experience Details
  • Radio Africa Group
    Group Head Of Legal And Compliance Services- Radio Africa Group
    Radio Africa Group
    Nairobi County, Kenya
  • Radio Africa Group
    Group Head Of Legal & Compliance Services- Radio Africa Group
    Radio Africa Group Jan 2022 - Present
    Nairobi, Kenya
    I provide comprehensive legal oversight, guidance, and leadership to each of the six constituent media outlets, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. My role involves advising senior leadership on a wide range of legal matters, from contract negotiations to risk management strategies. As the custodian of the company's legal instruments, I maintain and safeguard critical legal documents, ensuring their accuracy and relevance. My proactive approach helps to mitigate legal risks and supports informed decision-making at all levels of the organization, fostering a culture of legal awareness and compliance.
  • Bank Of Africa Kenya
    Ag. Head Of Legal & Credit Documentation
    Bank Of Africa Kenya Jul 2021 - Dec 2021
    Nairobi, Kenya
    • Provide legal advisory and representation to the Credit Risk committee comprising of senior management and business leaders to discuss credit files to ensure the Bank is legally covered.• Facilitating the loan approval process from start to finish. This included review of the Letter of Offers and execution of the same, review of the perfection documents (Charges, Debentures, and Chattels) and execution of the same;• Review of all credit contracts including Syndication Agreements;• Oversight on release of original security documents for purposes of security perfection to the internal lawyers upon receipt of complete securities pack from the business team.• Analyse, critic and explain pertinent laws and procedures touching on contracts and credit documentation to various staff involved in the credit process for the realization of the Banks objective.• Provide daily oversight to a team of 13 staff, align their deliverables and the teams’ efforts to achieve individual results and foresee and mitigate legal risks in an efficient and effective manner to achieve individual results as well as the Bank’s objectives• In liaison with HR, facilitate capacity building and succession planning for the team that lead to the achievement of individual career development plans as well as departmental succession plans• Management of the Banks panel of external lawyers and professional valuers by ensuring they deliver on their professional mandate within the agreed timelines.
  • Bank Of Africa - Groupe Bank Of Africa
    Senior Legal Counsel & Deputy Company Secretary
    Bank Of Africa - Groupe Bank Of Africa Oct 2015 - Jun 2021
    Nairobi, Kenya
    • Provided a full spectrum of company secretarial services, for the Board of Directors and the Board Committee which included preparing for Board committee meeting, updated and maintained records and fillings for Board papers.• Created Board and Committee packs, organized and attended three (3) Board, Board sub-committee and committee meetings. Prepared agendas and wrote minutes for the board meetings held.• Tracked compliance, maintained statutory regulations, annual returns and statutory forms and managed Executive Committee (Exco) meetings.• Advised the Board of Directors and senior leaders on compliance with all legal and corporate governance decisions and their implications to the organisation.• Provide legal representation on behalf of the Bank for all legal proceedings, sermons and mentions • Conducted and organized the Board Directors appraisals and various committee appraisal as well as the Company Secretary appraisal.• Undertake civil litigation which involves carrying out client interviews, legal research based on facts provided, defending matters, preparing applications and replies where applicable to seek various reliefs for the clients;• Co-ordinate, guide and supervise the Bank’s team members in relation to execution of various commercial transactions including registration of Trademarks and drawing and interpreting various commercial agreements
  • Sichangi
    Associate Advocate
    Sichangi Sep 2014 - Sep 2015
    Westlands Nairobi
    Sichangi Partners is among the leading legal firms in Kenya specialized in Litigation & Arbitration, commercial law, property law, conveyancing & Banking Securities. As a promising leader I spearheaded the operationalization of the Nakuru branch as well as provide a full spectrum of legal services.
  • Mahinda And Maina Company Advocates
    Associate Advocate
    Mahinda And Maina Company Advocates Apr 2010 - Aug 2014
    Ruaraka, Nairobi County, Kenya

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Grace. W. Mwangi works for Radio Africa Group

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Grace. W. Mwangi's current role is Group Head of Legal and Compliance Services- Radio Africa Group.

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Grace. W. Mwangi attended Kenya School Of Law, University Of Nairobi.

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