Corporate Legal Officer at APA Life Assurance Company Ltd

Apollo Group (Apollo Investments Limited)was an idea born from the need to harness synergies across the insurance business. Built on commitment, integrity and innovation, it has risen to be one of the leading financial groups in East Africa. Apollo Investments Limited (AIL) includes APA Insurance (Kenya and Uganda). It underwrites General Insurance risks ...

 

Corporate Legal Officer

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience5 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldLaw / Legal 

KEY PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts including MOUs, service level agreements, leases, conveyancing documents, procurement/tender documentation, marketing, IT/technology (SAAS), vendor/supplier agreements, NDAs, and other commercial contracts.
  • Provide legal advisory and research on a broad range of issues including corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and operational matters.
  • Prepare legal opinions to support internal departments across the Group in decision-making and risk assessment.
  • Receive and respond to legal notices, demand letters, statutory notices, and summons.
  • Handle litigation and legal claims, including subrogation, recovery matters, and third-party claims, and manage reserves.
  • Attend court and represent the company in proceedings where necessary, coordinating with external counsel as needed.
  • Track and manage the Group’s legal diary and ensure court attendance and timely filings.
  • Participate in development and implementation of legal risk mitigation strategies and initiatives.
  • Support the business in negotiating contracts and resolving commercial disputes.
  • Maintain legal registers, update case statuses, and monitor statutory compliance.
  • Provide training to staff on legal awareness, contracting procedures, and compliance topics.
  • Collaborate with the Legal Manager and senior management on legal matters impacting the Group.
  • Participate in CSR, brand-building initiatives, and interdepartmental SLAs as needed.
  • Reduction of legal and contractual risks to the Group through proactive legal support.
  • Timely and accurate legal advisory, contracts review, and claims/litigation management.
  • Any other assigned responsibilities.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Law or an equivalent.

JOB SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

  • Teamwork skills
  • Interpersonal and Communication skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university.
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (Advocate of the High Court of Kenya).
  • Computer literacy.

EXPERIENCE

  • At least 5 years’ relevant experience legal experience in an Insurance company or corporate or law firm environment, with a focus on contracts, legal advisory, and litigation support.

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Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to APA Life Assurance Company Ltd on www.apainsurance.org to apply

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