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Senior Legal Counsel (Insurance Experience), Basingstoke
Client: Miryco Consultants Ltd
Location: Basingstoke
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 2
Posted: 22.08.2025
Expiry Date: 06.10.2025
Job Description:
Miryco Consultants are supporting a high-performing and innovative General Insurance firm, which has huge growth plans. The role offers an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to grow and embed themselves within the business.
We are looking for a Senior Legal Counsel who’s confident working across commercial and corporate matters and wants to engage in more than just the small print. This is a chance to be part of a smart, collaborative legal team where your opinion truly matters, and your work influences how we do business.
You’ll be advising senior stakeholders, negotiating large contracts, and supporting functions from underwriting to claims to finance — no two days are the same.
This company values hybrid flexibility. They prefer someone on-site once per week, but this can be reduced to once per month if travel isn't suitable.
Skills you’ll need to be a great fit for the role:
* Proven Legal Experience: Experience as a lawyer in-house and/or in private practice, confident handling complex legal issues.
* Qualified & Practised: Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (or equivalent) with a strong track record and extensive legal expertise.
* Insurance Industry Know-How: Experience in Insurance, Financial Services, or similar sectors — bonus points for Insurance distribution or listed company experience.
* Strong Stakeholder Management: Confident communication with senior leaders, translating legal jargon into practical advice.
* Coaching & Mentoring Skills: Enjoy developing others and sharing knowledge across the team.
What’s involved:
* Advising all levels of stakeholders on legal and quasi-legal matters, driving group strategy and projects.
* Expertise in commercial contracts, including SAAS, IT, licensing, data processing, IP, outsourcing, and loan agreements.
* Collaborating with Underwriting, Finance, Tax, and Claims teams.
* Drafting various agreements (regulated and non-regulated).
* Managing regulatory challenges from bodies like HMRC and other financial regulators.
* Maintaining the Contracts Register, IP, Litigation, and Legal Issues Registers.
* Supporting broker and distribution activities, including consumer lending and CCJs.
* Conducting legal research and providing advice on various legal matters.
* Advising on regulatory issues, especially FCA and other financial services authorities.
* Negotiating commercial contracts, including outsourcing agreements.
* Advising on company law and strategic matters.
* Drafting policies, procedures, and ensuring legislative compliance.
* Managing documentation and liaising with stakeholders.
* Overseeing litigation and managing risks related to CCJs.
* Collaborating with the Group General Counsel and deputising as needed.
* Mentoring junior team members and working collaboratively across the business.
* Handling bailiffs and related procedures.
* Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety policies and other standards.
Experience, knowledge & skills:
* Qualified Lawyer (Solicitor or Barrister) in England & Wales (or equivalent).
* Approximately 5+ years PQE, with in-house and/or private practice experience.
* Strong background in insurance, financial services, or regulated environments.
* Experience negotiating commercial and outsourcing contracts.
* Excellent communication, research, and organizational skills.
* Commercial awareness and risk management skills.
* Experience mentoring or managing junior legal professionals.
Behaviours:
* Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive.
* Positive, flexible, and approachable.
* Ability to present complex information clearly and simply.
* Driven to improve processes and support growth.
* Discreet and professional with confidential information.
* Growth mindset and enthusiasm for continuous learning.
Please note: this company cannot offer sponsorship. For other roles, see Miryco's LinkedIn page.
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