Legal Advisor (Full-Time / Part-Time)

Euler Hermes UK - London; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance and asset management company is seeking an experienced Legal Advisor (Full-Time/Part-Time) in London. The role involves providing comprehensive legal support, particularly in insurance regulations and product development. Applicants must be UK qualified solicitors or barristers, preferably with over 2 years of post-qualification experience. The company offers a flexible hybrid working model along with valuable perks such as life assurance and health cash plans.

Benefits

Life assurance

Health cash plan

Income Protection

Hybrid Working

Employee Share Incentive Plan

Various discounts on insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services sector is highly desirable.
• Must possess solid knowledge of company laws and insurance regulations.
• Demonstrated proactive approach to learning and adaptation.

Responsibilities

• Assist commercial teams with product wordings and endorsements.
• Review, negotiate, and advise on contracts and NDAs.
• Research and assist in implementing applicable legislation.
• Help resolve third-party complaints and contentious claims.
• Support the Company Secretary with timely filings.

Skills

UK qualified barrister or solicitor (preferably 2+ PQE)

Strong influence over senior management

Knowledge of company laws and insurance regulations

Excellent organizational, communication and drafting skills

Education

UK qualified solicitor or barrister

Job description

Legal Advisor (Full-Time / Part-Time)

Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced in‑house legal advisor role, providing comprehensive legal support to Allianz Trade operations in the UK and Ireland, focusing on new product support, procurement, data protection and anti‑trust. Must be a UK qualified solicitor or barrister. Experience of working in a financial services sector is highly desirable.

Flexible working / part time is negotiable; return to work candidates are welcome.

Responsibilities

New product support – assisting commercial teams with product wordings and endorsements, implementation of new products, advising product development teams on legal implications and risks of new commercial initiatives.

Contracts – reviewing, negotiating and advising on supplier and partner contracts and NDAs.

Legislation and regulations – research, analysis and assistance to business functions with implementation of applicable legislation and Group wide policies and procedures, including but not limited to insurance regulations, data protection and anti‑trust matters. Working with Compliance Officer in analysing applicable regulations and handling regulatory matters.

Disputes – assisting in resolving third party complaints and contentious claims (with support of external counsel, where needed).

Assisting Company Secretary in ensuring that all filings are done in a timely manner.

Skills required

• UK qualified barrister or solicitor (preferably 2+ PQE).
• Sufficient seniority, gravitas and experience to persuade and influence senior management and business personnel.
• Solid knowledge and experience of company laws, insurance law and regulations, preferably gained in house in an insurance or other financial services organisation.
• Excellent organisational, communication and drafting skills.

What We Offer

• Life assurance
• Health cash plan
• Income Protection
• Hybrid Working
• Employee Share Incentive Plan
• Various discounts on insurance through the Allianz Partnership
• And much more
• We welcome applications from candidates interested in either full‑time or part‑time positions, allowing you to tailor your work schedule to fit your commitments outside of work.

We are seeking candidates who are naturally curious and have a keen interest in technology and innovation. As we navigate the future, we value individuals who are eager to stay updated with the latest digital trends and advancements. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a proactive approach to learning and adapting to new tools and technologies, especially Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered tools, showcasing a forward‑thinking mindset that aligns with our vision for growth and progress.

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Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us. Join us. Let’s care for tomorrow.

Allianz Trade is the trademark used to designate a range of services provided by Euler Hermes. We are the global leader in trade credit insurance and a recognized specialist in the areas of surety, collections, structured trade credit and political risk. Headquartered in Paris, we are present in more than 50 countries with 5,500 employees. In 2021, our global business transactions represented 931 billion Euro in exposure.

We at Allianz believe in a strong inclusive culture that encourages people to speak their minds, get involved and question the status quo. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love, or what you believe in. We therefore welcome applications regardless of race, ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations. Great to have you on board. Let's care for tomorrow.