VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Company Name: Vanguard Life Assurance Company Limited

Position: Legal Intern

Location: Blantyre, Malawi

Employment Type: Internship

Closing Date: 26th June 2026

About the Role

Vanguard Life Assurance Company Limited, a leading and high-performing financial services institution incorporated in Malawi, invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Legal Intern.

The successful candidate will provide legal support and advisory services to the company by ensuring compliance with insurance, pension, corporate, and other applicable laws and regulations. The Legal Intern will assist in managing legal risks, reviewing contracts, supporting corporate governance activities, supporting litigation management, and ensuring that company operations are conducted within the applicable legal and regulatory framework.

Key Responsibilities

1. Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions, reports, and recommendations.
2. Interpret legislation, regulations, and industry guidelines relevant to the insurance and pension sectors.
3. Advise business units on legal implications of products, services, and strategic initiatives.
4. Monitor compliance with insurance, pension, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), data protection, and other regulatory requirements.
5. Draft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
6. Support corporate governance activities, including maintenance of statutory records and board/committee documentation.
7. Assist in managing litigation, arbitration, mediation, and dispute resolution processes.
8. Review policy wordings, pension fund documentation, trust deeds, and scheme rules.
9. Provide legal support for product development, business transactions, and investments.
10. Conduct legal and compliance awareness training for staff.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must possess:

1. Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree from a recognized institution.
2. Admission to practice law in Malawi.
3. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a legal, compliance, corporate governance, insurance, pension, financial services, or related environment.

Required Skills and Competencies

1. Strong legal research and analytical skills.
2. Knowledge of insurance and pension laws and regulations.
3. Understanding of corporate governance principles.
4. Knowledge of compliance and regulatory frameworks.
5. Contract drafting and review skills.
6. Excellent report writing and documentation skills.
7. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
8. Negotiation and dispute resolution abilities.
9. Ability to interpret legislation and legal instruments.
10. Attention to detail and accuracy.
11. Strong organizational and time management skills.
12. Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
13. Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
14. Ability to work independently and within a team.
15. Professional integrity and ethical conduct.
16. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
17. Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
18. Good interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications
• Names and contact details of three traceable referees

Applications should be addressed to:

The Head of Human Resources and Administration

Vanguard Life Assurance Company Limited

P.O. Box 1625

Blantyre, Malawi

📧 Email: recruitment@vanguardlifemw.com

Closing Date

Applications must be received on or before Friday, 26th June 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Vanguard Life Assurance Company Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer.