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Senior Legal Counsel (Insurance Experience), Telford
Client: Miryco Consultants Ltd
Location: Telford, 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 working across commercial and corporate matters, eager to engage in more than just legal details. This is a chance to be part of 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 to finance — with varied daily tasks.
This company emphasizes hybrid flexibility, ideally requiring presence once per week, but as little as once per month if travel isn't suitable.
Skills needed:
* Proven Legal Experience: experience as an in-house or private practice lawyer, handling complex legal issues 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: ability to communicate confidently with senior leaders and simplify legal jargon into actionable advice.
* Coaching & Mentoring Skills: enjoy developing others, supporting junior team members, and sharing knowledge across the business.
Responsibilities include:
* Advising stakeholders on legal matters and leading group projects and strategies.
* Handling commercial contracts, including SaaS, IT, licensing, data processing, IP, outsourcing, and loan agreements.
* Collaborating with underwriting, finance, tax, and claims teams.
* Drafting various agreements and managing regulatory challenges from bodies like HMRC and other financial regulators.
* Maintaining legal registers and transaction records.
* Supporting broker activities, legal research, regulatory advice, and contract negotiations.
* Drafting policies, managing documentation, and overseeing litigation and risk management.
* Mentoring team members and supporting the legal team’s growth.
Experience, knowledge & skills:
* Qualified Lawyer 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.
* Experience negotiating commercial contracts, especially outsourcing.
* Excellent communication, research, and organizational skills.
* Commercial awareness and risk management mindset.
* Experience mentoring or managing junior legal staff.
Behaviors:
* Detail-oriented, organized, proactive.
* Positive, flexible, approachable.
* Ability to present complex information clearly.
* Driven to improve processes and support growth.
* Discreet, professional, and confidentiality-conscious.
* Growth mindset and love for continuous learning.
Please note: this company cannot offer sponsorship. For other roles, see Miryco's LinkedIn page.
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