Head of Commercial Legal - Insurance Broker
Head of Commercial Legal - Insurance Broker
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Heriot Brown is working with the largest privately owned insurance brokerage. This is a senior leadership position within the Legal, Risk, Compliance & Secretariat (LRCS) function reporting directly to the General Counsel.
About the Role
As Head of the Commercial Legal Team, you will lead a group of experienced lawyers and act as the escalation point for a wide variety of complex legal matters. These include insurance agreements, commercial contracts, technology and vendor arrangements, data privacy, intellectual property, employment, and procurement.
You will play a critical role in shaping legal strategy, improving efficiency, and enabling the business to operate with confidence and agility. The role offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders across the UK and international business.
Who You Are
You’re a senior commercial lawyer with a strong track record in the insurance sector, ideally with in-house experience and a good understanding of the Lloyd’s/London Market.
You have:
* Extensive experience advising on commercial contracts and insurance-related agreements
* Strong leadership capabilities and team management experience
* A collaborative and commercially minded approach to legal support
* Confidence advising senior stakeholders and influencing at all levels
* Experience with data privacy, IP, or employment matters (desirable)
Why Join?
* Impact: Lead and shape a high-performing legal team in a visible and influential role.
* Variety: Work across a wide range of legal areas in a dynamic and growing international business.
* Culture: Join a values-led company that prioritises collaboration, autonomy, and integrity.
* Growth: Enjoy real scope for development in a global, entrepreneurial environment.
For an informal call to discuss the role please click ‘Quick Apply’ or alternatively, reach out directly to Stephanie Jones – or email stephanie@Heriotbrown.com
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Legal
* Industries
Insurance and Insurance Agencies and Brokerages
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