Legal and Compliance Associate

Sanderson; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the insurance sector is seeking a Legal and Compliance Associate to join their dynamic team. This role is perfect for a newly qualified lawyer with 1-2 years of experience, eager to engage in a variety of critical business responsibilities. You will review and negotiate commercial agreements, ensure compliance with legal standards, and manage projects that align legal and business operations. Join a forward-thinking consultancy that values creativity and collaboration in resolving legal challenges while promoting a culture of compliance. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years PQE in a law firm or in-house.
• Experience in reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements.

Responsibilities

• Review and negotiate various commercial agreements.
• Support compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Manage assigned projects and deliverables.

Skills

Contract Negotiation

Legal Risk Assessment

Compliance Knowledge

Project Management

Education

Law Degree

PQE (1-2 Years)

Job description

Sanderson City Of London, England, United Kingdom

Legal and Compliance Associate

Sanderson City Of London, England, United Kingdom

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1-2 Years PQE (in a law firm or in-house)

We are partnered with a global consultancy supporting the insurance sectors and the London market. They are seeking a Legal and Compliance Associate with a couple of years PQE to support a range of critical business responsibilities:

• Contracts:
• Review and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements including Master Services Agreements, Statements of Work (SoWs), Vendor Contracts, NDAs, MoUs, Letters of Intent, Terms of Engagement, Consultant Agreements, and internal documents.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks while aligning with business needs.
• Negotiate within established standards, managing deal-specific exceptions.
• Collaborate with business teams to resolve legal and commercial issues creatively.
• Provide legal advice and handle related queries.

• Compliance:
• Support compliance with internal policies and legal/regulatory requirements.
• Keep abreast of regulatory changes and best practices.
• Assist in developing and implementing compliance programs.
• Monitor processes for non-compliance or risks.
• Help prepare for audits and internal investigations.
• Educate employees on compliance topics and promote awareness.

• Projects:
• Manage assigned projects and deliverables.
• Support strategic initiatives, balancing risk considerations.
• Improve processes to align legal, compliance, and business operations.
• Participate in training sessions and foster a compliance culture.

If you are a newly qualified lawyer or solicitor with 1-2 years of relevant experience, we want to hear from you. Please apply below for more information.

Senior Level

• Associate

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Legal

Industries

• Insurance and Financial Services