In-house Lawyer

Badger Holdings Inc; George; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking an experienced In-house Lawyer in George, South Africa. This role involves high-quality legal services in dispute resolution, regulatory compliance, and litigation management. The ideal candidate has a law degree and experience in providing legal advice and drafting agreements. Join a dynamic team and contribute to strategic legal decisions while ensuring adherence to compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with experience in dispute resolution and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to manage litigation processes and provide sound legal advice.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Draft IDR response letters and manage tribunal submissions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and guidelines.
• Support in litigations, mediations, and legal research.
• Provide legal advice on complex insurance claims and policies.

Skills

Legal research

Dispute resolution

Regulatory compliance

Litigation management

Legal drafting

Education

Law degree

Job description

About Pacific International Insurance

Pacific International Insurance is an Australian insurance company with more than two decades’ experience in building unique insurance offerings. Our range of personal and business insurance solutions spans motor vehicle, pet, mobility equipment, professional indemnity, and general liability.

About The Role

We are seeking to appoint an In‑house Lawyer! This role supports the Head of Legal in Australia by providing high‑quality legal services across dispute resolution, regulatory responses, litigation preparation, legal research, and internal advisory functions. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance, managing risk, and supporting strategic decision‑making across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Dispute Resolution

• Timely and accurate drafting of IDR response letters and tribunal submissions.
• Effective management of Ombudsman and AFCA matters within required timeframes.

Regulatory & Governance

• Compliance with Australian regulatory guidelines and General Insurance Code of Practice.
• Accurate and timely preparation of regulatory response letters and reporting.

Litigation & Mediation

• Delivery of concise case summaries and chronologies for mediations and trials.
• Effective support in litigation management and reporting.

Legal Advisory & Research

• Provision of clear, accurate legal advice on insurance products and complex claims.
• Completion of ad hoc legal research within agreed timelines.

General Legal Support

• Drafting of agreements and accurate maintenance of matter registers.
• Professional communication with external legal providers and internal stakeholders.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Adherence to Pacific policies and procedures.
• Timely incident/breach reporting and support for regulatory change management.