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Senior Legal Counsel (Insurance Experience), Shrewsbury
Client: Miryco Consultants Ltd
Location: Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
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 within the business.
We are looking for a Senior Legal Counsel confident in commercial and corporate matters, eager to engage with more than just the small print. Join a smart, collaborative legal team where your opinion matters, and your work influences business practices.
You’ll advise senior stakeholders, negotiate large contracts, and support functions from underwriting to claims and finance—no two days are the same.
This company values hybrid flexibility, ideally requiring presence once per week, or once per month if travel isn't suitable.
Skills you’ll need:
* Proven Legal Experience: Experience as a lawyer in-house or in private practice, handling complex legal matters confidently.
* Qualified & Practised: Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (or equivalent) with a strong track record and practical 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: Skilled in communicating with senior leaders and translating legal jargon into practical advice.
* Coaching & Mentoring Skills: Enjoy developing others and sharing knowledge across the team.
Responsibilities include:
* Advising 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 loans.
* Collaborating with underwriting, finance, tax, and claims teams.
* Drafting various agreements, managing regulatory challenges, and maintaining legal registers.
* Supporting broker activities, conducting legal research, and advising on regulatory issues like FCA and other financial authorities.
* Negotiating contracts, advising on corporate law, drafting policies, and managing litigation records.
* Managing risks related to CCJs and liaising with courts.
* Supporting the Group General Counsel and mentoring junior team members.
Experience, knowledge & skills:
* Qualified Lawyer (Solicitor or Barrister) in England & Wales (or equivalent).
* Approximately 5+ years PQE, with in-house or private practice experience.
* Strong background in insurance, financial services, or regulated environments.
* Proficient in negotiating commercial contracts, including outsourcing.
* Excellent communication, research, and organizational skills.
* Commercial awareness and risk management skills.
* Experience mentoring or managing junior legal staff.
Behaviours:
* Detail-oriented, organized, proactive.
* Positive, flexible, approachable.
* Ability to present complex information clearly.
* Supportive of process improvements and business growth.
* Discreet, professional, and respectful of confidentiality.
* 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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