About the Role
A leading listed insurance group is seeking an exceptional Senior Legal Counsel – Corporate to join its high‑performing legal function. This is a pivotal position within a dynamic, commercially driven organisation undergoing significant growth and strategic development. You will work closely with senior leadership, providing expert legal support across a wide range of corporate, commercial, and governance matters in a regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Advise the Board, Executive Committee, and senior stakeholders on corporate and strategic matters, including M&A, joint ventures, capital raisings, and other corporate transactions.
* Lead on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and company secretarial matters for a UK‑listed entity.
* Draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements, group contracts, and strategic partnership arrangements.
* Support the delivery of corporate projects, restructurings, and transformation initiatives across the group.
* Provide pragmatic, business‑focused advice to help the organisation navigate legal risk while enabling commercial ambition.
* Manage external counsel and ensure cost‑effective, high‑quality legal support.
About You
* Qualified solicitor with strong post‑qualification experience in corporate law (M&A, corporate governance, ECM, or general corporate advisory).
* Background from a highly regarded, top-tier law firm is essential, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality corporate advisory or transactional work.
* Experience working within financial services or a regulated environment is highly advantageous.
* Excellent stakeholder‑management skills, with the ability to operate at executive and Board level.
* Commercial, strategic, and solutions‑focused, with the confidence to influence decision‑making.
* Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, listed business with a high level of visibility.
What’s on Offer
* A leadership-level role within a well-known, high-performing listed insurer.
* Exposure to complex, high-value corporate work and strategic business initiatives.
* Collaborative culture with strong support for professional growth and development.
* Competitive compensation, bonus, and benefits.
How to Apply
If you’re a corporate lawyer from a leading law firm looking to take a senior role in a listed insurance environment and make meaningful commercial impact, we’d love to hear from you.