Head of Legal

About the role

A leading insurance company in Kuwait is looking for an experienced legal professional to provide legal advice, manage legal risks and support its business activities. The role covers insurance, corporate, commercial and employment matters, and advises on Kuwait law and Insurance Regulatory Unit (IRU) requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Advise management and business departments on insurance, corporate, commercial and employment matters.
• Draft, review and negotiate contracts, agreements and other legal documents.
• Advise on Kuwait laws and IRU requirements, working with Compliance and other functions.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and recommend changes to contracts, policies and procedures.
• Manage litigation, disputes and settlements, coordinating with external lawyers and monitoring case progress.
• Support corporate governance, including board and shareholder documentation and company policies.
• Identify legal risks in business initiatives, products and transactions and recommend solutions.
• Maintain legal records and update management on significant matters.
• Supervise and develop legal team members where applicable.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Law.
• Local candidates with at least 10 years of legal experience.
• Background in insurance, banking or telecommunications; insurance and IRU experience preferred.
• Strong experience in contracts, litigation, governance and legal advisory work.
• Ability to lead a legal function and advise senior stakeholders.

Required skills

• Strong Arabic and English legal drafting and communication skills.