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A fast growing insurance business is seeking an experienced corporate Lawyer (9+ PQE) to be the Head of Corporate Legal reporting to the CEO and working with the C-suite level in a strategic role.
This is a senior position that offers considerable scope for progression into a General Counsel/ Chief Legal Officer position within 12-18 months for the right candidate.
This highly regarded institution operates on a global scale and is looking to scale up their business significantly in the next few years, making it an exciting time to join.
Key Responsibilities:
This position requires a broad range of legal expertise across corporate, commercial, regulatory, governance, and risk management matters.
As a senior lawyer, your responsibilities will include:
* Provide strategic legal advice across corporate transactions, commercial contracts, and governance matters, ensuring compliance and supporting Board operations.
* Identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risk across jurisdictions, and manage disputes and litigation with external counsel.
* Support high-impact business initiatives like M&A and international growth, while delivering clear, commercially focused legal guidance to senior leadership.
* Oversee legal support for board and shareholder matters, including drafting resolutions, managing filings, and ensuring compliance with statutory obligations.
* Act as a key liaison with external counsel, regulators, and internal stakeholders on corporate legal issues.
* Support the development and implementation of policies and procedures aligned with legal and regulatory requirements.
* Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations, assessing impact and advising the business accordingly.
Qualifications & Experience:
* 7 years+ PQE as a lawyer in private practice or in-house in an insurance legal team.
* Proven ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
* Strong drafting and negotiation skills, with a sharp eye for detail.
* Exceptional communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
* A commercial mindset, focused on delivering pragmatic, business-oriented legal solutions.
Candidates with relevant experience outside the PQE bracket are also encouraged to apply.
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