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22.08.2025
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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 working across commercial and corporate matters, eager to engage with more than just the small print. This is an opportunity to be part of a 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 to finance, making each day different.
This company emphasizes hybrid flexibility, ideally requiring presence once per week, but possibly once per month if travel is not suitable.
Skills required:
* Proven Legal Experience- experience as a lawyer in-house and/or in private practice, handling complex legal issues confidently.
* Qualified & Practised- qualified Solicitor or Barrister (or equivalent) with a solid track record and practical legal expertise.
* Insurance Industry Know-How- experience in Insurance, Financial Services, or related sectors; bonus points for Insurance distribution or listed company experience.
* Stakeholder Management- confident communication with senior leaders and ability to translate legal jargon into actionable advice.
* Coaching & Mentoring Skills- enjoy developing others and sharing knowledge across the business.
Responsibilities include:
* Advising stakeholders on legal matters and 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 and conducting legal research on diverse issues.
* Advising on regulatory issues, including FCA and other financial regulators.
* Negotiating commercial contracts and advising on company law and strategic matters.
* Drafting policies, managing legal documentation, and overseeing litigation processes.
* Managing risks related to County Court decisions and liaising with courts.
* Working with the Group General Counsel and mentoring junior team members.
Experience and 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.
* Skilled in negotiating outsourcing and commercial contracts.
* 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.
* Driven to improve processes and support growth.
* Discreet, professional, and respectful of confidentiality.
* Growth mindset and love for continuous learning.
Please note: this company cannot offer sponsorship.
For other roles, please see Miryco's LinkedIn page.
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