ZSIC General Insurance Limited
zsic General insurance
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ZSIC General Insurance Limited is a leading provider of customer-centric general insurance solutions, committed to excellence, integrity, and strong corporate governance. As an equal opportunity employer and a proud member of the IDC Group of Companies, we continue to build a high-performance culture driven by professionalism, innovation, and excellent service.
We are therefore inviting applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and results-driven professionals to fill the following position:
LEGAL OFFICER – LEGAL DEPARTMENT
Reporting to: Manager-Legal
JOB PURPOSE
To support ZSIC-GI within the provisions of the Act and the enforcement of the Employer and other stakeholders’ rights and obligations; propose changes to the law that provide for better implementation of the 2SIC-GI mandate.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Legal
Analyses, drafts legislation and government policy and liaises with internal management on strategy and substance of submissions and commentaries Analyses breaches of the 25IC-GI Act and provides legal advice on remedial actions
Monitors and analyses legislative changes and advises management on their legal impact to keep stakeholders informed
•Conducts legal research and prepares opinions on
statutes, regulations and case law affecting the Corporation
Assists in monitoring changes in legislation and regulations and supports their timely implementation
Contributes to the development and enforcement
of compliance frameworks, policies and procedures.
4. Contract and Legal Documentation
Drafts and interprets contracts, agreements and other legal documents
•Ensures contracts are legally sound and reflect the Corporation’s interests
•Maintains proper records of contracts and legal documents.2. Coordination
•Conducts and coordinates prosecutions and/or chill legal actions against defaulting employers to enforce the ZSIC-GI Act and related agreements.
• Coordinates initiatives that enhance stakeholder compliance with the 25IC-GI Act.
•Participates in sensitising members of the public and employers on the provisions of the Zsic-G Act Provides input into the development of systems, policies, processes and procedures.
3. Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Prepares pleadings, witness statements and case fles for matters involving the Corporation.
Represents the Corporation in subordinate courts and liaises with external counsel on complex Irigation
•Assists in negotiations, mediations and arbitrations to resolve disputes efficiently
•Maintains a litigation database and prepares periodic case status reports.
6. Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement
•Liaises with regulators, external counsel, clients and other stakeholders on legal matters Promotes awareness of compliance requirements across business units
5. Risk Management & Corporate Governance Identifies legal risks in business operations and transactions and proposes mitigation measures Supports the strengthening of governance practices in line with regulatory expectations. Assists in preparing reports on legal and compliance risks for management
QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS
■Grade 12 Certificate with 50-Levels including Mathematics and English.
■Bachelor of Laws (LLB).
■Minimum of 4 years of experience.
Practising Certificate.
Advocate of the High Court of Zambia
Experience in insurance, financial services or corporate law will be an added advantage.
KEY TECHNICAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
Knowledge of Zambian corporate, insurance, labour and commercial law Strong skills in legal drafting, research and interpretation.
Ability to analyse and apply laws and regulations to business operations.
High integrity, confidentiality and ethical standards.
■Good communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills. Ability to work under minimal supervision and meet deadlines.
Interested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications should submit their applications to:
Chief Human Capital & Administration Officer
ZSIC General Insurance Limited, Premium House, Independence Avenue, P.O. Box 30894, Lusaka, Zambia.
Online submissions can be sent via email: careers@zsicgi.co.zm
Closing Date: 9th September 2026