Legal Counsel (FTC 3–4 months)
Location: London
Sector: Insurance Broking and Risk Advisory
The Opportunity
A leading global insurance broker and risk advisory business is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join its UK legal team on a 3–4 month fixed term contract.
This role has arisen due to increased commercial activity and requires a lawyer with strong insurance sector experience and commercial contracts expertise who can provide immediate legal support to the business with minimal supervision.
You will work closely with commercial, risk and compliance stakeholders across a broad range of insurance, regulatory and commercial matters.
Key Responsibilities
* Advising on insurance distribution, broking and client arrangements
* Drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts, including supplier, technology, outsourcing and services agreements
* Supporting on regulatory and conduct matters relevant to insurance intermediaries
* Advising on client onboarding, panel terms and framework agreements
* Providing pragmatic and commercially focused legal advice to senior stakeholders
* Supporting the legal team with BAU matters and overflow work during a busy period
* Liaising with compliance and risk teams to ensure regulatory alignment
About You
* England & Wales qualified solicitor with 7–9 years’ PQE
* Strong experience within the insurance sector (broker, insurer, MGA or relevant private practice team)
* Significant experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
* Good understanding of the UK regulatory environment affecting insurance businesses
* Able to work autonomously and manage a varied workload
* Strong stakeholder management skills and a pragmatic approach
* Available to start at short notice
The Assignment
This is an excellent opportunity to step into a well regarded in-house legal team within a market leading insurance business, offering exposure to a broad mix of insurance and commercial legal work in a fast paced environment.