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Senior Legal Counsel (Insurance Experience), Leeds, West Yorkshire
Client: Miryco Consultants Ltd
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, 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 within the business.
We are looking for a Senior Legal Counsel confident in working across commercial and corporate matters, eager to engage beyond just the small print. Join a smart, collaborative legal team where your opinion matters and your work influences business practices.
You will advise senior stakeholders, negotiate large contracts, and support areas from underwriting to claims and finance — no two days are the same.
This company emphasizes hybrid flexibility, ideally requiring presence once per week, but possibly once per month if travel isn't suitable.
Skills required:
* Proven Legal Experience: in-house and/or private practice, handling complex legal matters confidently.
* Qualified & Practised: Solicitor or Barrister (or equivalent) with a strong track record and practical expertise.
* Insurance Industry Know-How: experience in Insurance, Financial Services, or similar sectors; bonus points for Insurance distribution or listed company experience.
* Stakeholder Management: confident communication with senior leaders, translating legal jargon into practical advice.
* Coaching & Mentoring Skills: enjoy developing others and sharing knowledge across the team.
Responsibilities include:
* Advising stakeholders on legal and quasi-legal matters, driving strategy and projects.
* Handling commercial contracts, including SaaS, IT, licensing, data processing, IP, outsourcing, and loan agreements.
* Collaborating with underwriting, finance, tax, and claims teams.
* Drafting and negotiating various agreements.
* Managing regulatory challenges from bodies like HMRC and other financial regulators.
* Maintaining legal registers and transaction records.
* Supporting broker activities, conducting legal research, and advising on regulatory issues like FCA and Gibraltar Financial Services.
* Drafting policies, managing documentation, and overseeing litigation processes.
* Managing risks related to County Court Judgments and liaising with courts.
* Working with the Group General Counsel on legal and regulatory issues, and mentoring junior staff.
Experience, knowledge & skills:
* Qualified Lawyer in England & Wales (or equivalent).
* Approximately 5+ years PQE, with in-house and/or private practice experience.
* Strong background in insurance, financial services, or regulated environments.
* Negotiation skills for commercial contracts, including outsourcing.
* Excellent communication, research, and organizational skills.
* Commercial awareness and risk management mindset.
* Experience mentoring or managing junior legal professionals.
Behaviours:
* Detail-oriented, organized, proactive.
* Positive, flexible, approachable.
* Capable of presenting 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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