Role Overview

Zeraki is seeking a brilliant, dynamic and driven Legal Intern to join our fast-paced in-house legal team. This is an entry-level opportunity designed for law students or recent graduates eager to gain hands-on experience in a multi-jurisdictional EdTech environment, responding to concerns in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. The Legal Intern will support day-to-day legal operations including legal research, document drafting, administrative support, and compliance tracking.

Key Responsibilities


Legal Research: Investigate legal and regulatory requirements across jurisdictions and summarize findings for internal use. 
Document Drafting: Assist in drafting basic contracts (NDAs, Data Processing Agreements, MoUs, Partnership Agreements, Employment Contracts); legal correspondence; and internal memos. 
Administration & File Management: Maintain digital and physical legal files. Update trackers for statutory and regulatory filings, intellectual property, and contract renewals. 
Meeting Support: Take minutes during internal/external legal meetings and follow up on action items.
Cross-Department Liaison: Support requests from other departments by gathering documents or clarifying internal policies. 
General Support: Schedule legal meetings, assist with filings and license applications, and ensure proper documentation for legal expenses and invoicing. 


Requirements

Core Competencies 


Strong Research & Analytical Skills   
Excellent Written and Verbal Communication   
Detail-Oriented and Highly Organized   
Able to Handle Multiple Tasks & Prioritize   
Professionalism, Integrity, and Confidentiality   
Willingness to Learn & Adapt Quickly   


Candidate Requirements 


Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) – Third year student to 2025 Graduate 
Prior internship or volunteer experience in legal or compliance work is an added advantage  
Proficiency with Microsoft tools 
Strong ethical mindset aligned with Zeraki’s values of integrity, diligence, and intelligence