Momentum
Closing Date
2026/02/23
Reference Number
MMH260220-6
Job Title
Distribution Support Intern – Bellville
Position Type
Temporary
Role Family
Operations
Cluster
Metropolitan Life
Remote Opportunity
Some of the time
Location – Country
South Africa
Location – Province
Western Cape
Location – Town / City
Bellville
Introduction
Metropolitan is one of the oldest financial services brands in South Africa. With a 125-year legacy of serving the communities in which it operates, Metropolitan represents true empowerment in serving Africa’s people through affordable financial solutions that create financial growth and security. Metropolitan operates in South Africa, but the brand is also present in 7 African countries including, Namibia, Botswana, Kenya, Ghana and Lesotho. Metropolitan provides financial wellness solutions that meet the needs of low-income clients, including funeral insurance, health, savings, hospital cash-back cover, retirement solutions and life insurance. www.metropolitan.co.za
Disclaimer
As an applicant, please verify the legitimacy of this job advert on our company career page.
Role Purpose
To support the Distribution Support Department with legal research, document drafting, compliance monitoring, and analytical reporting. The intern will assist in ensuring legal risk is identified, tracked, and reported appropriately.
Requirements
LLB degree (completed or final year)
Exposure to corporate/commercial law (Desirable)
Understanding of regulatory frameworks (Desirable)
Basic knowledge of governance and compliance principles (Desirable)
Duties & Responsibilities
Conduct legal research and prepare briefing notes
Assist with drafting contracts, addendums, and legal correspondence
Support regulatory compliance monitoring and reporting
Maintain legal risk registers and tracking tools
Analyse trends in legal matters (e.g., disputes, regulatory changes, complaints)
Prepare monthly and quarterly legal dashboards
Assist with document management and governance processes
Competencies
Strong legal research capability
Excellent written communication skills
Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data
Proficiency in Excel (reporting, tracking, basic analysis)
Strong attention to detail
Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information
Organised and deadline-driven