Job Summary:
The Legal Assistant is responsible for assisting the legal department in registration of claims, filing of documents, appointment of approved service providers, processing payments, maintaining the legal registers and forwarding documents to service providers
Duties and Responsibilities:
Registering claims upon receipt of summons and demand letters.
Liaising with underwriters to verify information pertaining to claims.
Processing of payments of approved claims
Co-ordinating with Accounts Department for timely payment/processing of judgments/third parties and service providers fees
Appointment of approved service providers (doctors, investigators and advocates) as directed by the Head of Legal Department.
Handling of correspondences in accordance with the mail procedure.
Reviewing and amending reserves
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
Bachelor of Law from a recognized university
Postgraduate diploma will be an added advantage
At least 2 years working experience in the insurance industry
Core Competencies
Must be result driven with good negotiation and persuasion skills
Must exhibit good Customer service traits
Must show Creativity/Innovation
Must be Flexible and able to work under pressure and strict timelines
Must cherish Accountability
Technical credibility
Must have good Communication skills and exhibit teamwork
If you meet the above minimum requirements, send your C.V to careers@gakenya.com indicate the position applied for on the email subject line to be received on or before 16th August 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apply via :
careers@gakenya.com
