Legal Affairs Specialist

Job Purpose

To support the Legal Affairs Manager in handling all legal matters related to insurance, ensuring the company's assets, operations, and employees are adequately protected. The role focuses on managing insurance policies, claims, and relationships with insurance companies and brokers, while ensuring full legal compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Insurance Responsibilities

Manage and follow up on all company insurance policies (Property, Fire, Marine, Motor, Liability, Employees' Insurance, Projects, etc.).

Coordinate with insurance companies and brokers for policy renewals and securing optimal coverage at competitive costs.

Review insurance policy terms, conditions, exclusions, and endorsements to ensure alignment with company operations.

Handle insurance claims from initial notification through final settlement.

Prepare and submit all required documentation for insurance claims and follow up until compensation is received.

Assess insurance-related risks in coordination with relevant departments and recommend appropriate coverage solutions.

Participate in negotiations with insurance providers regarding premiums, coverage scope, and policy terms.

Legal Support Responsibilities

Support the Legal Affairs Manager in insurance-related disputes, claims, and litigation.

Review contracts containing insurance clauses and ensure their legal soundness.

Draft legal memos, reports, and correspondence related to insurance matters.

Ensure compliance with insurance laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Liaise with external legal advisors and insurance consultants when required.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in Law.

Experience: 8–12 years of relevant experience in legal affairs with a strong focus on insurance.

Proven experience in handling insurance policies, claims, and renewals.

Experience working with insurance companies, brokers, and external legal advisors.

Previous experience in industrial, manufacturing, or large corporate environments is preferred.

Legal & Technical Knowledge

Strong knowledge of insurance laws and regulations.

Good understanding of civil and commercial law.

Solid experience in reviewing insurance policies, terms, conditions, exclusions, and endorsements.

Familiarity with insurance-related disputes and claims handling procedures.

Skills & Competencies

Strong negotiation skills with insurance companies and brokers.

Excellent communication and coordination skills.

High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.

Ability to assess risks and recommend appropriate insurance coverage.

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Strong documentation, reporting, and follow-up skills.

Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Language: Very good command of English (written and spoken).

Personal Attributes

High level of integrity and confidentiality.

Proactive, organized, and results-oriented.

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.