(2) Legal Officers

Description

We are Hiring

Takaful Insurance of Africa Ltd is a pioneering and dynamic Takaful company which has introduced a new and exciting ethical perspective to risk management in the Kenyan market.

At Takaful Insurance of Africa, we operate and manage our activities in accordance with the principles of Shari’ah while adhering to all the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) regulations. 

We are looking for two (2) Legal Officers to support in the day-to-day Legal Claims & Recoveries Operations.

Job Title:  

Legal Officer

Deadline:

November 13, 2026

Division/department:

Legal Claims

Location:

Nairobi

Immediate supervisor:

Assistant Manager – Legal Claims

Number of Positions:

Two (2)

Job Summary

The Legal Officer will support the Company in managing insurance claims-related legal matters, coordinating with insureds and external advocates, monitoring court cases, preparing legal opinions and reports, facilitating the processing of court judgments, and instituting recovery proceedings against third parties. The role aims to ensure effective management of claims-related legal matters, timely decision-making, and efficient recovery of amounts due to the Company.

Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

· Liaising with the insured to submit relevant claim documents

· Appointing external advocates and sharing correspondence regarding the claim

· Maintaining registers on appointments of advocates, monitoring and tracking progress in court 

· Liaising with insureds and external advocates prior to court hearings for proper preparation, documenting statements, affidavits and maintenance of other relevant documents

· Assist in preparing legal opinion on claim-related matters to aid in decision-making.

· Reviewing ongoing cases and advising the management to facilitate decision-making.

· Assist in preparing legal reports for management

· Ensure judgments are processed for payment within internal TAT

· Assisting in instituting legal proceedings to aid recovery from third-party.

· Ensure correct records are kept regarding all cases and the system is updated accordingly.

· Review reserves accordingly with the approval of the Assistant manager.

· Initiate out of court settlement negotiations where appropriate.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized university.

• Advocate of the High Court

Professional Qualification

• Certified Public Secretary (CPS-K) is an added advantage.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 3 years working experience, with at least 2 years specifically within the Insurance Sector or a law firm heavily handling insurance litigation and claims advisory services.

Technical Competencies and Skills

· Legal research, interpretation, Analytical and decision-making skills

· Insurance claims management

· Negotiation skills

· Legal reporting and opinion writing

· Planning and case management

· Communication and interpersonal skills

· Stakeholder coordination

· Attention to detail and time management

· Professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity

· Teamwork and results orientation