Senior Solicitor

AXA UK; Bristol, Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking a Senior Solicitor to provide expert legal advice and manage risks within their UK Group Legal team. The role includes leading projects, fostering relationships, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Candidates must be qualified solicitors with extensive experience, particularly in managing Schemes and Delegated Authorities. The position offers a competitive salary, a performance-based bonus, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Performance-based bonus

Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions)

Private medical cover

28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

AXA employee discounts

Qualifications

• Extensive PQE or equivalent experience required.
• Proven experience supporting Schemes and Delegated Authority arrangements.
• Ability to advise senior management with gravitas.

Responsibilities

• Lead relationship management within the Schemes and Delegated Authorities division.
• Provide expert legal advice and manage legal risks.
• Deliver legal training and advice to ensure compliance.

Skills

Relationship management

Legal advice and support

Leadership and management skills

Commercial acumen

Influencing and coaching skills

Ability to present complex information

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Job description

Description

This is an exciting time to join AXA Insurance as a Senior Solicitor within our UK Group Legal team. You’ll provide expert legal advice and support across Schemes and Delegated Authorities, ensuring that our legal, compliance, and commercial considerations are seamlessly integrated into our strategic decision‑making processes. You’ll have the opportunity to lead key projects, manage significant legal risks, and build strong relationships with senior management and external providers, all while ensuring AXA’s reputation and financial stability are safeguarded.

At AXA we work smart, empowering our people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team and our customers. You'll work at least two days a week (40%) away from home, moving to three days a week (60%) in the future. Away from home means either attendance at one of our office locations, visiting clients or attending industry events.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading relationship management within the Schemes and Delegated Authorities division, fostering collaboration and addressing legal challenges.
• Providing expert legal advice and drafting support to all levels of management, ensuring risks are managed and compliance is maintained.
• Supporting complex projects independently, supervise others, and ensure efficient delivery of legal services.
• Managing external legal spend effectively, ensuring value for money by aligning matters with appropriate legal providers.
• Building strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business, including senior directors and risk managers.
• Identifying and addressing legal risks in business proposals to protect AXA’s legal, financial, and reputational standing.
• Delivering legal training, reports, and guidance to ensure staff understand relevant legal matters and risks.
• Monitoring legal developments affecting AXA products and documentation, advising the business to manage emerging risks proactively.

Due to the number of applications we expect to receive for this role, we reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the listed closing date to ensure we’re able to effectively manage interest. Therefore, if you’re interested in joining us at AXA, please don’t hesitate to apply.

What you’ll bring:

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with extensive PQE or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience supporting Schemes and Delegated Authority arrangements.
• Ability to advise senior management on strategy, major projects, and disputes with gravitas and expertise.
• Strong leadership, management, and coaching skills for junior professionals.
• Skilled in presenting complex legal information clearly and accurately.
• Technical expertise with commercial acumen and pragmatic decision‑making ability.
• Good understanding of AXA’s business strategy and objectives.
• Effective influencing, coaching, planning, and team collaboration skills.

As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom.

What we offer:

At AXA UK, we’re appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. You can expect to receive:

• Competitive annual salary dependent on experience
• Annual company & performance-based bonus
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions)
• Life Assurance (up to 10 x annual salary)
• Private medical cover
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Opportunity to buy up to 5 extra days leave or sell up to 5 days leave
• Wellbeing services & resources
• AXA employee discounts

To apply, click on the ‘apply for this job’ button, you’ll then need to log in or create a profile to submit your CV. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and don’t discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. If you have a long‑term condition or disability and require adjustments during the application or interview process, we’re proud to offer access to the AXA Accessibility Concierge. For our support, please send an email to [e-mail].

Who we are:

AXA UK Support Functions power AXA’s three customer‑facing business units, providing the infrastructure, support and expertise to ensure our customers can always count on us. Whether you’ve got heaps of experience and qualifications behind you, or you’re just starting out, we’ll give you the support and opportunities to help you grow and develop with confidence.