Role: Senior Legal Counsel
Location: London
An international reinsurance group is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join its legal function. Known for dedication to excellence in service provision across primary and reinsurance markets, this organization values individuality and intellectual curiosity, believing they are key drivers of success and innovation.
The Role: In this senior position, you will act as a trusted advisor, providing legal guidance on cross-disciplinary issues, including strategic projects, distribution contracts, underwriting, and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advise on (re)insurance law issues, including wordings and distribution contracts.
- Optimize commercial and corporate contract strategies, focusing on intra-group agreements and third-party service contracts.
- Collaborate with the Compliance team on regulatory and sanctions matters.
- Support distribution channels, including international offices and relevant markets.
- Maintain compliance with group-wide policies and guidelines in collaboration with corporate teams.
- Develop strategies to streamline legal processes and enhance consistency.
- Provide training, develop template contracts, and share legal knowledge across the business.
- Identify legal exposures and manage external counsel instructions when necessary.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Qualified lawyer with senior PQE, experience in both private practice (insurance) and in-house.
- Strong background and specialization in insurance law with a thorough understanding of the industry.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the legislative and regulatory environment affecting insurance.
- Commercially aware with a clear understanding of the organization’s business strategy.
- Strong motivational and management skills, along with a relevant university degree or professional qualification.
Join a forward-thinking organization that empowers its employees and values diverse perspectives. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team and make a significant impact within the insurance sector.
Please apply via the below, or reach out to me directly via emmataylor@careerlegal.co.uk.
