About this role
Are you a qualified legal professional with experience in insurance claims and dispute resolution? An exciting opportunity is available for a Lawyer – Insurance Claims in Nairobi.
This role is ideal for a detail-oriented legal practitioner who can provide expert legal guidance on insurance claims, manage litigation matters, and support effective claims resolution while minimizing legal and financial risks.
Job Overview
The Lawyer – Insurance Claims will be responsible for reviewing, assessing, and resolving insurance claims from a legal perspective. The successful candidate will provide legal advisory services, manage litigation and disputes, negotiate settlements, detect fraudulent claims, and ensure compliance with insurance laws and regulatory requirements.
Job Details
Position: Lawyer – Insurance Claims
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Industry: Insurance and Legal Services
Experience Required: 1–3 Years
Qualification: LL.B Degree and Postgraduate Diploma in Law
Key Responsibilities
Insurance Claims Assessment
The successful candidate will:
Review insurance claims to determine legal liability, policy coverage, and admissibility.
Examine claim documents such as insurance policies, police abstracts, medical reports, accident reports, investigation reports, demand letters, and court pleadings.
Assess claims based on policy terms, legal principles, and regulatory requirements.
Recommend claim approvals, repudiations, or partial settlements where appropriate.
Legal Advisory Services
Key responsibilities include:
Providing legal opinions on liability, negligence, policy interpretation, fraud indicators, limitation periods, and claim exposure.
Interpreting insurance contracts, policy endorsements, exclusions, warranties, and policy conditions.
Advising management and claims teams on legal risks and claims handling strategies.
Ensuring claims decisions are legally sound and commercially appropriate.
Litigation and Dispute Resolution
The Lawyer will:
Manage claims that progress to litigation, mediation, arbitration, or other dispute resolution processes.
Liaise with external advocates and monitor court proceedings.
Review legal documents, including pleadings, witness statements, court filings, and correspondence.
Maintain an updated litigation tracker and monitor case progress.
Recommend appropriate settlement, defense, or appeal strategies.
Negotiation and Claims Settlement
Responsibilities include:
Participating in negotiations with claimants, advocates, insurers, brokers, and third parties.
Assessing settlement proposals and providing legal recommendations.
Ensuring settlement agreements are properly documented and approved.
Supporting timely and cost-effective dispute resolution processes.
Documentation and Regulatory Compliance
The successful candidate will:
Maintain accurate legal files, claims records, legal opinions, settlement agreements, and court documentation.
Ensure compliance with insurance legislation, data protection regulations, and internal company policies.
Support audit processes and regulatory compliance initiatives.
Fraud Detection and Risk Management
Key duties include:
Identifying suspicious, exaggerated, or potentially fraudulent insurance claims.
Analyzing inconsistencies in claims documentation and supporting evidence.
Recommending investigations and legal action where necessary.
Supporting initiatives aimed at minimizing fraud and reducing claims-related risks.
Stakeholder Management
The role requires close collaboration with:
Claims Officers
Underwriters
Insurers and Brokers
Loss Adjusters
Investigators
Medical Service Providers
External Advocates
Claimants
Regulatory Authorities
The successful candidate will maintain professional communication and foster strong working relationships to facilitate efficient claims resolution.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should possess the following:
Educational Requirements
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognized university.
Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.
Professional Requirements
Admission to the Roll of Advocates of the High Court of Kenya will be an added advantage.
Experience
Candidates should have:
A minimum of one to three years of experience in insurance claims, insurance litigation, personal injury claims, motor claims, medical claims, or general insurance claims management.
Experience working in an insurance company, law firm, claims management firm, brokerage, or a related environment.
Required Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
Legal and Technical Skills
Strong understanding of insurance law and claims management processes.
Excellent knowledge of insurance policy interpretation and litigation procedures.
Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical abilities.
Experience in dispute resolution and negotiation.
Professional Skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and time management abilities.
Ability to manage multiple claims while meeting strict deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and legal documentation systems.
Personal Attributes
Successful candidates should possess:
High ethical standards and professional integrity.
Strong analytical thinking and sound legal judgment.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively under pressure.
Strong confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive information.
A proactive, collaborative, and solution-oriented mindset.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Performance in this role may be measured through:
Timely legal review and assessment of insurance claims.
Quality and accuracy of legal opinions and recommendations.
Effective management of litigation and dispute resolution matters.
Reduction of legal exposure and claims-related losses.
Timely follow-up with stakeholders and external advocates.
Proper maintenance of legal and claims documentation.
Successful negotiation and settlement of claims within approved timelines.
Why Apply for This Role?
This position offers legal professionals an opportunity to develop expertise in insurance law, claims management, and dispute resolution while contributing to effective risk management and organizational success.
The role also provides valuable exposure to litigation, negotiation, fraud detection, and regulatory compliance within the insurance sector.
Application Deadline
29 July 2026
