Britam jobs 2013. Legal Careers Kenya.
British-American Investments Company (Kenya) Ltd. (Britam) is one of East Africa’s leading financial services provider, offering life insurance, health insurance and property/casualty insurance products as well as unit trust, asset management and property investment.
The company is listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
As part of our growth strategy and to strengthen the team to achieve our ambitious performance objectives, we are seeking to fill the following positions with individuals who are proactive, self
driven and who can apply their knowledge, diligence, and experience to contribute to the achievement of our mission which is to provide outstanding financial services to our customers.
Associate, Legal and Compliance
(REF: BAG/GLHR/8)
Nature and Scope of Work
Reporting to the Manager Legal and Compliance, the incumbent in conjunction with the other members of
the legal department, formulate and implement
policies and procedures to ensure the organization remains fully
compliant with all Laws and Regulations.British-American Investments Company (Kenya) Ltd. (Britam) is one of East Africa’s leading financial services provider, offering life insurance, health insurance and property/casualty insurance products as well as unit trust, asset management and property investment.
The company is listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
As part of our growth strategy and to strengthen the team to achieve our ambitious performance objectives, we are seeking to fill the following positions with individuals who are proactive, self
driven and who can apply their knowledge, diligence, and experience to contribute to the achievement of our mission which is to provide outstanding financial services to our customers.
Associate, Legal and Compliance
(REF: BAG/GLHR/8)
Nature and Scope of Work
Reporting to the Manager Legal and Compliance, the incumbent in conjunction with the other members of
Key Responsibilities
Respond to demand letters and making best efforts to sort out disputes before they are referred to a court of law;
Refer any disputes which result in litigation to a suitable lawyer in the company's panel and supervise the handling of the matter including attending court where need be
Liaise with external lawyers on conduct of court matters;
Advising the other members of the legal department on appropriateness or otherwise of legal proceedings or alternative ways of dealing with particular matters;
Liaise with company staff on required documentation, witnesses etc with respect to matters in court;
Overseeing and enforcing the safe management procedures and in particular ensuring up to date records of documents in the safe are maintained.
Managing the company's end of the conveyance process; Advise the company and staff on all matters touching on the law;
Reviewing investment applications for Compliance purposes;
Drafting and reviewing legal documents and contracts and updating the contracts register; Liaison with the regulatory agencies;
Updating the Legal department Information systems interfaces such as the legal shared folder, work request tool among others;
Liaison with the Claims department on status of the claims matters in court and advise on other claims related matters;
Preparing monthly status reports;
Efficient record keeping by maintain an appropriate bring up system, library, sourcing for Kenya Gazettes and updating the statutes annually;
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Bachelor of Laws degree (LL.B) from a recognized University
An advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid practicing certificate
At least two (2) years experience in a corporate environment or busy law firm
Knowledge of Insurance, Retirement Benefits and Capital Markets
Key Skills/Specialization: LAW
How to apply:
Please visit http://careers.britam.co.ke
Deadline for applications is 15th March, 2013
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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