Senior Insurance Legal Lead & Strategist

Hollard Insurance; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Johannesburg is seeking a Mid-Senior level Senior Legal Advisor to support its business in managing legal risks and ensuring compliance. This position requires strong leadership skills as you will manage a team of 4-5 legal advisors and provide operational legal support across various business units. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in drafting and negotiating contracts, handling litigation matters, and ensuring adherence to legal and governance policies. This is a full-time position with a focus on life insurance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a legal advisory role, preferably in the insurance industry.
• Proficient in legal risk management, compliance, and contract negotiation.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and mentor a team.

Responsibilities

• Support business units by providing tailored legal advice.
• Manage legal risk and compliance related to insurance and regulatory matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various legal contracts and documentation.

Job description

A leading insurance company in Johannesburg is seeking a Mid-Senior level Senior Legal Advisor to support its business in managing legal risks and ensuring compliance. This position requires strong leadership skills as you will manage a team of 4-5 legal advisors and provide operational legal support across various business units. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in drafting and negotiating contracts, handling litigation matters, and ensuring adherence to legal and governance policies. This is a full-time position with a focus on life insurance.