Insurance Legal Counsel: Underwriting & Claims

QBE Insurance Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in London is looking for a Legal Counsel to join their in-house team. In this role, you will provide legal advice across various facets of insurance and reinsurance operations, support the legal team in risk management, and negotiate contracts. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor or barrister with at least 4 years of experience and a strong grasp of English insurance laws. The company offers a flexible working environment with numerous benefits.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus options to buy extra days

Flexible working arrangements

Pension plan with employer contributions

Private medical insurance

Family friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay leave

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience as a solicitor or barrister.
• Thorough understanding of English insurance law and the London insurance market.
• Proven client management skills and ability to prioritize.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear legal advice on insurance and reinsurance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts focusing on legality and viability.
• Assist in training on legal and regulatory topics.

Skills

Business Law

Communication

Contract Management

Critical Thinking

Negotiation

Legal Consulting

Stakeholder Management

Education

Qualified solicitor or barrister

Minimum 4 years’ post-qualification experience

Job description

A leading insurance company in London is looking for a Legal Counsel to join their in-house team. In this role, you will provide legal advice across various facets of insurance and reinsurance operations, support the legal team in risk management, and negotiate contracts. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor or barrister with at least 4 years of experience and a strong grasp of English insurance laws. The company offers a flexible working environment with numerous benefits.