In-house Lawyer

Badger Holdings Inc; George; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking an experienced In-house Lawyer to support the Head of Legal by delivering high-quality legal services in various areas including dispute resolution, compliance, and internal advisory functions. The role requires strong legal expertise to ensure adherence to regulations and effective risk management, while contributing to strategic decisions. Candidates must be adept at drafting legal documents, managing litigation processes, and communicating effectively with both internal and external stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal team in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Draft IDR response letters and tribunal submissions accurately.
• Manage Ombudsman and AFCA matters effectively.
• Ensure compliance with Australian regulatory guidelines.
• Prepare regulatory response letters on time.
• Summarize cases concisely for mediations and trials.
• Support in litigation management and reporting.
• Provide clear legal advice on insurance products.
• Conduct legal research within timelines.
• Draft agreements and maintain matter registers accurately.
• Communicate professionally with legal providers and stakeholders.
• Report incidents and support regulatory change management.

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.