Role Overview
A leading insurance company is seeking an experienced legal professional to provide legal advice, manage legal risks and support its business activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice to management and business departments on insurance, corporate, commercial and employment matters.
- Draft, review and negotiate contracts, agreements and other legal documents to protect the company’s interests.
- Advise on applicable Kuwait laws and Insurance Regulatory Unit (IRU) requirements, working closely with Compliance and other relevant functions.
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments, assess their impact and recommend changes to contracts, policies and procedures.
- Manage litigation, disputes and settlements, including coordinating with external lawyers and monitoring case progress.
- Support corporate governance matters, including reviewing board and shareholder documentation and company policies.
- Identify legal risks associated with business initiatives, products and transactions, and recommend practical solutions.
- Maintain accurate legal records and provide management with updates on significant matters.
- Supervise and develop legal team members where applicable to the appointed level.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Law.
- Local candidates with at least 10 years of legal experience.
- Background in insurance, banking or telecommunications; insurance and IRU experience preferred.
- Strong experience in contracts, litigation, governance and legal advisory work.
- Ability to lead a legal function and advise senior stakeholders.
- Strong Arabic and English legal drafting and communication skills.
