Legal Specialist job at JTI
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Legal Specialist
2026-01-26T14:37:25+00:00
JTI
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FULL_TIME
LILONGWE,
Lilongwe
10101
Malawi
Production
Legal
MWK
MONTH
2026-01-30T17:00:00+00:00
8

At JTI we celebrate differences, and everyone truly belongs. 46,000 people from all over the world are continuously building their unique success story with us. 83% of employees feel happy working at JTI.

To make a difference with us, all you need to do is bring your human best.

What will your story be? Apply now!

Learn more: jti.com

Please, apply by January 30, 2026

Location: Lilongwe

Reporting to: Legal Director

Role: Permanent

WHAT THIS POSITION IS ABOUT: PURPOSE

This position exists to support the Legal Director in providing legal and regulatory advice, legal support services to the entity to ensure compliance with applicable laws and policies.

WHAT YOU WILL DO: RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Providing legal and regulatory advice/guidance to the business units to facilitate decision making.
  • Drafting, reviewing and maintaining contracts, memorandums and other legal documents.
  • Ensuring legal compliance, monitoring changes in laws and regulations that directly impact the Company.
  • Coordinating with external counsel on all litigation and dispute resolution matters (court cases, arbitration, and mediation) to minimize legal risk and exposure.
  • Support various tasks and projects as they arise and upon Legal Director’s request.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor of Laws (Hons) degree from a recognized institution.
  • Must have a valid practicing license.
  • 3 year(s) of post admission experience.
  • Must have legal research and investigative skills.
  • Ability to operate on and engage at various levels within the business.
  • Excellent organizational, problem solving and time management skills.
  • Female Candidates Are Strongly Encouraged To Apply.
  • Providing legal and regulatory advice/guidance to the business units to facilitate decision making.
  • Drafting, reviewing and maintaining contracts, memorandums and other legal documents.
  • Ensuring legal compliance, monitoring changes in laws and regulations that directly impact the Company.
  • Coordinating with external counsel on all litigation and dispute resolution matters (court cases, arbitration, and mediation) to minimize legal risk and exposure.
  • Support various tasks and projects as they arise and upon Legal Director’s request.
  • legal research and investigative skills
  • Ability to operate on and engage at various levels within the business
  • Excellent organizational, problem solving and time management skills
  • Bachelor of Laws (Hons) degree from a recognized institution.
  • Must have a valid practicing license.
  • Female Candidates Are Strongly Encouraged To Apply.
bachelor degree
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JOB-69777c25b55e5

Vacancy title:
Legal Specialist

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Production, Category: Legal]

Jobs at:
JTI

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, January 30 2026

Duty Station:
LILONGWE, | Lilongwe

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, January 26 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

At JTI we celebrate differences, and everyone truly belongs. 46,000 people from all over the world are continuously building their unique success story with us. 83% of employees feel happy working at JTI.

To make a difference with us, all you need to do is bring your human best.

What will your story be? Apply now!

Learn more: jti.com

Please, apply by January 30, 2026

Location: Lilongwe

Reporting to: Legal Director

Role: Permanent

WHAT THIS POSITION IS ABOUT: PURPOSE

This position exists to support the Legal Director in providing legal and regulatory advice, legal support services to the entity to ensure compliance with applicable laws and policies.

WHAT YOU WILL DO: RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Providing legal and regulatory advice/guidance to the business units to facilitate decision making.
  • Drafting, reviewing and maintaining contracts, memorandums and other legal documents.
  • Ensuring legal compliance, monitoring changes in laws and regulations that directly impact the Company.
  • Coordinating with external counsel on all litigation and dispute resolution matters (court cases, arbitration, and mediation) to minimize legal risk and exposure.
  • Support various tasks and projects as they arise and upon Legal Director’s request.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor of Laws (Hons) degree from a recognized institution.
  • Must have a valid practicing license.
  • 3 year(s) of post admission experience.
  • Must have legal research and investigative skills.
  • Ability to operate on and engage at various levels within the business.
  • Excellent organizational, problem solving and time management skills.
  • Female Candidates Are Strongly Encouraged To Apply.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.

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Job Info
Job Category: Legal jobs in Malawi
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Friday, January 30 2026
Duty Station: LILONGWE, | Lilongwe
Posted: 26-01-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 26-01-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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