Job Description
Legal Counsel – London (In‑House, Insurance Sector)
Our Client is a well‑established, London‑based specialist insurance broker with an international footprint as they look to appoint a Legal Counsel into their growing in‑house team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor seeking varied, high‑quality work within a respected and collaborative environment.
About the Role
The Legal Counsel will work closely with stakeholders across the business, providing strategic and practical legal support. The remit is broad and includes:
* Insurance law advice, including contract wording and broker duties
* Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial and insurance-related contracts
* Regulatory advisory work alongside the Compliance function
* Managing E&O matters, commercial disputes, and employment‑related issues
* Supporting HR with contract reviews, disputes, and organisational changes
* Advising on IP, commercial queries, and lease reviews across global offices
* Delivering internal training and legal updates
This role offers genuine breadth, autonomy, and visibility across the organisation.
Candidate Profile
The business is seeking a:
* Qualified solicitor with minimum 3PQE+ (more senior candidates are also encouraged to apply) with strong insurance sector experience (broking preferred)
* Confident drafter with solid commercial awareness
* Strong communicator, able to build trusted relationships at all levels
* Pragmatic problem-solver, comfortable managing multiple priorities
Why Consider This Opportunity?
* Join a respected broker with a strong reputation and supportive culture
* Exposure to multi‑jurisdictional legal work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
* Work within a small, high-performing legal team where your expertise is valued
* Commitment to inclusion and professional development
* A role that blends strategic influence with hands‑on legal work
If this aligns with your experience and career aspirations, please feel free to get in touch for a confidential discussion.