Legal Assistant - Clerk

• Maintain and update the litigation diary, court calendar, and legal matter trackers.
• Record court dates, mentions, hearings, filing deadlines, and procedural timelines.
• Follow up with external advocates on ongoing litigation and obtain updates.
• Assist in obtaining legal documents such as pleadings, affidavits, court orders, and judgments.
• Visit court registries to check the status of pending matters and confirm document filings.
• Coordinate court attendance schedules for Legal Officers, witnesses, and stakeholders.
• Prepare periodic litigation status reports and maintain litigation records and registers.
• Liaise with external advocates, courts, clients, and internal departments regarding legal matters.
• Ensure compliance with insurance laws, regulations, and policy terms in claims handling.
• Respond to internal queries on legal procedures and conduct internal training on claims and compliance.
• Communicate with clients and service providers to support claims and legal processes.
• Track deliverables including court dates, pleadings, legal opinions, and timelines.
• Support Anti-Money Laundering compliance by executing due diligence and escalating concerns as needed.

• Diploma in Law from a recognised institution.
• Basic knowledge of the Kenyan legal system, court procedures, and legal documentation.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Fluency in both English and Kiswahili, with good communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop practical skills in legal administration and insurance matters.
• At least one year of relevant work experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Previous experience in a law firm, insurance company, claims department, or legal office is an advantage.

Submit your application through the employer's official contact including all required documents. The closing date for applications is Thursday, 19 November 2026.