Legal Intern

This vacancy presents a chance to join a leading organization. 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.