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Britam Insurance Tanzania Limited
Company Secretary and Legal Manager at Britam Tanzania
Position Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Position Title | Company Secretary and Legal Manager |
| Job Reference | 2600002F |
| Organization | Britam Insurance Tanzania Limited |
| Location | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Contract Type | Full-time |
| Shift | Day Job |
| Number of Openings | 1 |
| Posting Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 24 May 2026 |
Job Purpose
The Company Secretary and Legal Manager will support the Chief Executive Officer in implementing policies and procedures to ensure the company remains compliant with all applicable laws and regulations.
The role holder will also:
- Provide company secretarial services
- Support the Board and Board Committees
- Deliver legal advisory services
- Oversee governance and compliance functions
The successful candidate will:
- Report directly to the Chief Executive Officer
- Have a functional reporting line to the Director Legal and Group Company Secretary
Key Responsibilities
1. Legal Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
Legal Advisory and Compliance
- Advise management on legal matters affecting the business
- Interpret and communicate regulatory requirements
- Support operational areas on compliance matters
- Provide legal opinions to minimize legal risks
- Monitor statutory and regulatory developments
- Ensure compliance with insurance laws and regulations
Litigation and Claims Management
Responsibilities include:
- Reviewing legal cases and advising management
- Handling demand letters and dispute resolution
- Negotiating out-of-court settlements
- Liaising with external advocates and courts
- Managing legal recoveries from insurers and third parties
- Ensuring no legal matters lapse due to time limitations
Legal Documentation and Security
The role holder will:
- Prepare agreements for advocates
- Handle securities perfection, including:
- Mortgages
- Plot loans
- Maintain custody of:
- Company seal
- Charged documents
- Legal instruments
- Suit papers
- Maintain confidentiality of all legal records
Regulatory and Governance Support
Responsibilities include:
- Liaising with regulators such as IRA
- Updating operational data and legal registers
- Participating in reserve review activities
- Preparing legal reports and presentations
- Supporting strategic legal and business decisions
2. Company Secretarial Responsibilities
The role holder will provide governance and secretarial support to the Board.
Board and Committee Support
Responsibilities include:
- Coordinating:
- Board meetings
- Committee meetings
- Annual General Meetings
- Preparing and circulating Board papers
- Taking and maintaining accurate minutes
- Following up on Board resolutions and actions
Governance and Compliance
The successful candidate will:
- Advise Board members on governance responsibilities
- Maintain Board and Committee Charters
- Ensure compliance with:
- Companies Act
- Shareholders Agreements
- Memorandum and Articles of Association
- File annual returns with relevant authorities
- Maintain statutory company records and registers
Corporate Governance Standards
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting implementation of:
- Britam Plc Group Governance Policy
- Ensuring governance aligns with:
- Local laws
- Governance codes
- International best practices
- Advising the CEO and Board Chair on governance procedures
3. Compliance Responsibilities
The role holder will oversee compliance programs related to:
- Anti-money laundering (AML)
- Anti-bribery
- Counter-terrorist financing
- Sanctions compliance
- Data privacy
- Treating Customers Fairly principles
Compliance Management Duties
Responsibilities include:
- Maintaining compliance obligations registers
- Assessing compliance risks
- Advising management on mitigation measures
- Working closely with:
- Risk teams
- Internal Audit
- EXCO
- Evaluating compliance program effectiveness
- Supporting implementation of group compliance policies
Key Performance Measures
Performance will be measured through:
- Legal cost savings
- Turnaround time
- Legal compliance effectiveness
- Claims ratio
- Net promoter score
Working Relationships
Internal Relationships
The role holder will:
- Report to the Chief Executive Officer
- Work closely with:
- Britam Group Legal and Compliance Director
- Group Head of Corporate Governance
- All business departments
- International business teams
External Relationships
The successful candidate will interact with:
- Customers
- Insurance industry stakeholders
- Law firms
- Courts
- Police authorities
- External auditors
- Industry regulators
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should possess:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized university
- Valid practicing certificate
- Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania status
- Certified Company Secretary qualification
- More than 6 years of post-admission experience
- Experience within the insurance industry
Added Advantage
- Postgraduate qualification in Law or business-related fields
Essential Competencies
Leadership and Supervision
The ideal candidate should:
- Provide strategic direction
- Motivate and empower teams
- Promote learning and development
- Identify high-potential talent
- Demonstrate leadership through personal example
Persuasion and Influence
Candidates should demonstrate:
- Ability to gain commitment from stakeholders
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills
- Effective representation of departmental objectives
Communication Skills
The successful candidate should:
- Communicate clearly and confidently
- Present information effectively
- Respond appropriately to stakeholder feedback
- Demonstrate professional credibility
Integrity and Professional Ethics
Candidates should:
- Uphold ethical standards
- Demonstrate integrity and accountability
- Encourage responsible business practices
Analytical and Planning Skills
The role requires:
- Strong analytical thinking
- Problem-solving ability
- Strategic planning and organization
- Effective resource and time management
Customer Focus and Results Delivery
The successful candidate should:
- Maintain high standards of quality
- Deliver results consistently
- Focus on customer satisfaction
- Work systematically and efficiently
How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply through the official Britam careers portal:
Application Deadline
📅 24 May 2026
To apply for this job please visit britam.taleo.net.