Legal Counsel

Barclay Simpson; London, Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance business is seeking a lawyer to join their central legal team. The role involves supporting complex contracts and major projects across borders, with a focus on flexibility and long-term staff relationships. Ideal candidates will have 2-4 years of PQE, with a background in insurance or financial services preferred. The team offers a fantastic work environment with a requirement of 1-2 days in the office weekly.

Benefits

Flexible benefits

Bonus

Qualifications

• 2-4 years PQE, with some in-house experience preferred.
• Exposure to insurance or financial services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the central legal team handling complex contracts.
• Maintain strong relationships with the business and support major projects.

Skills

Common law qualification

In-house experience

Insurance knowledge

Job description

My client is a well-known global insurance business seeking a lawyer to join their central legal team supporting the entire group.

Team Overview

This team currently comprises 4 lawyers and handles a wide range of complex contracts, including general IT and reinsurance deals. The team provides a comprehensive view of the entire business and supports major projects on a cross-border basis, including work within the EU and US.

Team Environment and Flexibility

The team maintains strong relationships with the business, and staff tend to stay long-term. They offer excellent flexibility, requiring presence in the office 1-2 days a week, with the new offices being fantastic.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate has 2-4 years PQE, with some in-house experience preferred but not essential. Exposure to insurance or financial services is a plus, but candidates with relevant transferable experience will also be considered.

Requirements

• Common law qualified Solicitor based in the UK, with no sponsorship required.
• Ability to work from anywhere in the UK, with at least weekly access to London.

Application Process

Please submit your CV promptly, as the client aims to organize interviews quickly.

Additional Information

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and underrepresented groups. We welcome candidates who meet most of the requirements and are happy to provide adjustments during the application process if needed.

Barclay Simpson acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary or contract roles.

Salary and Job Details

• Salary: £70,000 base, plus flexible benefits and bonus
• Job Type: Permanent