Job Description

Our client is looking for a senior legal counsel as they build their in house legal function, the successful candidate will oversee legal and regulatory matters within the insurance industry, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Legal Advisory and Risk Management:
• Provide expert legal advice on a range of issues, including commercial contracts, employment law, intellectual property, and corporate governance.
• Identify and manage legal risks, ensuring proactive measures are taken to mitigate these risks.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other legal documents.
• Oversee and manage external legal support when required and represent the company in legal proceedings as necessary.
• Compliance Management
• Develop, implement, and maintain an effective compliance programme to ensure adherence to all relevant laws and regulations

Great opportunity to run an in house legal functionGood stability and scope within this role to progress and grow your career
A successful Senior Legal Counsel - head of department should have:

• Barrister or UK/IRE qualified with a minimum of 5 years PQE
• Strong knowledge of UK legal and regulatory requirements within Financial Service (FCA)
• Experience in managing a small team of legal and compliance officers
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks relevant to the sector.
• Experience in drafting and reviewing legal documents.
• Proficiency in managing relationships with external advisors and regulators.
• Attention to detail and the ability to provide clear legal guidance.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Our client is an up and coming name operating within the insurance industry. The company is known for its focus on delivering tailored solutions and maintaining a robust legal and compliance framework

• A competitive salary of approximately 70,000 to 80,000 per annum. DOE
• The opportunity to work in a growing business within the insurance industry.
• Hybrid working
• Comprehensive benefits package
• A permanent role with stability and growth potential.

Skills Required