Senior Legal Counsel

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist executive search firm is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join a fast-growing insurance business in Preston, UK. The role requires a qualified lawyer with over 5 years of experience, focusing on legal advice for personal lines insurance products. The position offers flexibility with remote work and occasional travel. Competitive compensation and the chance for management responsibilities are included.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-qualification experience required.
• Experience in the insurance sector is a must.
• Strong understanding of FCA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on insurance products.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts.
• Advise on compliance and data privacy.

Skills

Expert legal advice

Drafting and negotiating contracts

Regulatory compliance

Consumer protection

Data privacy

Excellent communication

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

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Senior Legal Counsel, Preston, Lancashire

Client:

Simmons & Hanbury

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

Job Description:

Our client

Our client, a fast-growing insurance business, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their legal team. The role involves working with a high-performing, close-knit team on a wide range of legal tasks. The position reports to the General Counsel and may include management responsibilities. It offers remote work with occasional travel to the office.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice and support, focusing on personal lines insurance products.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, policy documents, and TOBAs.
• Advise on regulatory compliance, consumer protection, and data privacy.
• Support broader corporate, commercial, IP, and data protection matters.
• Potential management responsibilities for the right 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.
• In-house experience 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.

About Simmons & Hanbury

Simmons & Hanbury is a specialist executive search firm supporting clients worldwide, based in London. We serve prestigious organizations across financial services, commerce, industry, and professional services, offering executive search, interim solutions, and market intelligence in legal, compliance, corporate governance, and HR.

We are committed to an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. If you need adjustments to participate, please contact us. We welcome discussions about your needs to ensure a positive experience.