Senior Legal Counsel

Overview

Senior Legal Counsel to join a leading insurance provider's collaborative legal team. This is a high-profile role where you’ll lead on complex legal matters, influence business decisions, and help shape the company’s approach to risk and regulation.

Are you a seasoned legal professional with deep expertise in the insurance sector and a passion for strategic impact?

• Delivering strategic legal advice across the business, with a focus on insurance law, regulatory compliance, and commercial contracts.
• Leading negotiations and drafting agreements related to insurance distribution, underwriting, claims, and financial services.
• Managing legal responses to regulatory bodies including the FCA, HMRC, and other relevant authorities.
• Supporting broker and distribution activities, including consumer lending and County Court matters.
• Advising on company law and corporate governance.
• Collaborating closely with the Group General Counsel and deputising when required.
• Mentoring junior legal professionals and fostering knowledge-sharing across the team.

You can be based in the Manchester office with occasional in-person collaboration in the HQ (based in the South).

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (or equivalent) with around 5+ years PQE.
• Strong background in insurance law, ideally gained in-house or in private practice within the insurance or financial services sector.
• Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks and commercial contract law.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for mentoring others.

• Detail oriented, organised, and proactive.
• Open minded, adaptable, and approachable.
• Skilled at presenting complex information clearly and confidently.
• Committed to continuous improvement and professional development.
• Discreet and professional in handling sensitive matters.

If you're a strategic thinker with a strong foundation in insurance law and want to work on meaningful projects in a supportive, down-to-earth legal team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to explore this opportunity further.