Company Secretary and Legal Manager

About the role

The Company Secretary and Legal Manager will support the Chief Executive Officer in ensuring full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Reporting to the CEO and the Director of Legal and Group Company Secretary, the role provides both corporate secretarial services and strategic legal advice to the Board and senior management.

Key responsibilities

• Advise the division on all legal matters and interpret regulatory requirements for new products and services.
• Provide day‑to‑day regulatory compliance support and handle complex insurance regulatory issues.
• Research and keep the executive team updated on national legal developments and statutory changes.
• Prepare legal opinions, draft agreements, and manage the appointment of advocates.
• Negotiate out‑of‑court settlements, pursue recoveries, and approve legal fees and judgments within defined turnaround times.
• Maintain custody of corporate seals, charged documents, and ensure confidentiality of all legal data.
• Ensure the insurance business complies with statutory requirements and liaise with regulatory agencies such as the IRA.
• Prepare weekly and monthly legal reports and support board and committee documentation.

Required profile

• Qualified legal professional with extensive experience in corporate secretarial duties.
• Strong knowledge of insurance regulatory frameworks and national legal requirements.
• Proven ability to provide high‑quality legal opinions and manage complex compliance matters.
• Experience in negotiating settlements and managing external counsel.
• Excellent research skills and ability to interpret statutory developments.

Required skills