Legal Intern at Jubilee Insurance

Job Ref. No. JLIL377

Role Purpose

As a Legal Intern at Jubilee Insurance, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our legal functions within a leading East African insurance group. You will collaborate closely with experienced in-house counsel to conduct in-depth legal research on insurance, asset management, corporate governance, and emerging legal issues all while maintaining strict confidentiality and professionalism. This hands-on internship offers you an excellent opportunity to gain practical exposure to insurance law and asset management, enhance your drafting and analytical skills, and contribute to the legal resilience of a dynamic, regionally influential organization.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and reviewing legal documents, including contracts and non-disclosure agreements.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research on insurance, asset management, corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters.
• Provide legal support on tenancy and property-related issues.
• Support the administration and management of court cases in coordination with external counsel, including monitoring progress to ensure timely resolution of disputes.
• Assist in the preparation and filing of statutory returns with the relevant registries.
• Perform general administrative and operational tasks within the Legal Department as required.

Key Competencies

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret complex legal information and provide clear, actionable insights.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in legal documents, compliance trackers, and governance records.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal skills for drafting legal documents and interacting with internal teams.
• Integrity and Confidentiality: Maintains high ethical standards and discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Time Management: Effectively prioritizes tasks and meets deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaboration: Works well with cross-functional teams to achieve shared objectives

Academic Qualifications and Relevant Experience

• Must have graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (LL. B) degree from a recognized institution.
• Strong academic foundation with coursework in corporate law, insurance law, compliance, and governance preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of legal research methods, statutory interpretation, and contract law.