Senior Legal Counsel

JR United Kingdom; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to provide expert legal advice and support on personal lines insurance products. Candidates should have over 5 years of legal experience, preferably in the insurance sector, with strong regulatory knowledge. The role offers flexibility to work remotely with occasional office travel, alongside potential management duties.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-qualification experience in law.
• Experience in the insurance sector is essential.
• Understanding of FCA regulations and insurance distribution rules.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice focusing on personal lines insurance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and policy documents.
• Advise on consumer protection and data privacy issues.
• Support the legal team on corporate matters.
• Potential management responsibilities.

Skills

Expert legal advice

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Strong communication skills

Drafting policy documents

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

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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 candidate.

Experience requirements:

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

Note: Due to high application volume, if you do not hear back, your application was unsuccessful. If your profile matches other opportunities, a consultant will contact you.

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