Senior Legal Counsel

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing insurance business is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to provide expert legal advice, draft contracts, and support compliance. The role requires a qualified lawyer with 5+ years of experience, particularly in the insurance sector. Remote work is possible with occasional office travel. Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-qualification experience required.
• Previous experience in the insurance sector.
• Strong understanding of FCA regulations.
• Experience in an in-house legal environment preferred.
• Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice and support focusing on personal lines insurance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and policy documents.
• Advise on regulatory compliance and data privacy issues.
• Support the legal team on corporate and commercial matters.
• Potential management responsibilities available.

Skills

Legal advice

Contract drafting

Regulatory compliance

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

Our client, a fast-growing insurance business, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their legal team. The role will be part of a high-performing, close-knit team involved in a wide range of legal work. The position reports to the General Counsel and may include management responsibilities. The role can be based remotely with occasional travel to the office.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice and support to the business, focusing on personal lines insurance products.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, policy documents, and TOBAs.
• Advise on regulatory compliance, consumer protection, and data privacy issues.
• Support the legal team on corporate, commercial, IP, and data protection matters.
• Potential to take on management responsibilities if desired by the successful applicant.

Experience requirements:

• Qualified lawyer with 5+ years post-qualification experience.
• Previous experience in the insurance sector.
• Strong understanding of FCA regulations and insurance distribution rules.
• Experience working in an in-house environment is preferred.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

Note: Due to the high volume of applications, if you haven’t heard back, your application was unsuccessful. If your profile matches other opportunities, a consultant will contact you.

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