Legal & Contracts Administrator

Howden; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance firm is seeking a Legal & Contracts Administrator to provide administrative support to the Security & Counterparty team. This remote role involves assisting with contract reviews, maintaining business records, and ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations. The ideal candidate will have legal experience, strong communication skills, and a logical, analytical approach to problem-solving. Full-time position with a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Legal experience in a relevant field required.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and manage time efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Security & Counterparty team.
• Assist with contract reviews and agency applications.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.

Skills

Legal experience

Good written and oral communication skills

Logical approach

Self‑motivated

Analytical and problem‑solving skills

Good planning, organisation, delivery and time management skills

Ability to articulate complex concepts simply

Job description

Legal & Contracts Administrator

Location: Remote

The Legal and Contracts Administrator is responsible for providing administrative support to other members of the Security & Counterparty team in relation to contracts that need reviewing and agency applications that need completing. They will assist with the creation, maintenance and integrity of the business records as requested by the Head of Security & Counterparty. The successful candidate will ensure that responsibilities and agreed objectives are completed in accordance with the relevant Company and/or Group policies, and consistent with their assigned responsibilities.

Key Accountabilities

Planning & Reporting

• Maintains records to produce metrics and updates measures to ensure ongoing effectiveness.
• Manages assigned projects and contributes to other projects as required.
• Provides relevant management information to senior management.

Technical

• Works with more senior members of the team to develop technical expertise in relation to Insurer Terms of Business Agreements and the provision of guidance to the Business Units.
• Assists the business to complete Agency/Intermediary questionnaires and other onboarding documents.
• Works with members of the team to gather and utilise information contained within the Company systems and externally for monitoring security and counterparties.
• Keeps informed of all regulatory and legal changes that impact the job role.
• Ensures up-to-date records are maintained at all times on the Company systems.
• Responds appropriately to urgent issues as they arise.

Policy, Process and Procedures

• Meets all competency requirements by undertaking training and following agreed principle, policies, processes and procedures.
• Ensures accurate records are maintained and highlights potential improvements in procedures to other team members.
• Interprets instructions and implements actions according to policies and procedures.

Regulatory and Compliance

• Ensures compliance with all applicable legal, fiscal and regulatory obligations in the form of policies and procedures.
• Ensures correct authorisation is obtained and processes followed when required by the Operating Entity and/or Group.
• Maintains accurate records and handles correspondence appropriately.
• Operates in an honest, professional and ethical manner.
• Strictly adheres to the Group Employee Code of Conduct which aligns with the FCA’s code of conduct for regulated entities.
• Completes all relevant regulatory training.

Skills & Behaviours

• Legal experience.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Logical approach.
• Self‑motivated.
• Actively listens.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good planning, organisation, delivery and time management skills.
• Able to prioritise effectively.
• Ability to articulate complex concepts simply.

Who are we?

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and a no‑limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

What do we offer in return?

• Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new.
• We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges.
• We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond.

Reasonable Adjustments

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. In addition to usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate changes such as flexible hours or hybrid working.

If you are excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping you get set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

Seniority level

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function

Job function: Legal

Industry

Industry: Insurance and Financial Services