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My client, a leading Insurance Brokerage firm in London is seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join their growing legal team. This is a key in-house role supporting the business across a wide range of legal, regulatory, and commercial matters, with a particular focus on insurance distribution and litigation, client contracts, and regulatory compliance. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, broking teams, compliance, and external advisers, providing pragmatic legal advice that supports business growth while managing risk effectively.
Job Responsibility:
Provide legal advice across all areas of the brokerage’s operations, including commercial, regulatory, and governance matters
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including client agreements, insurer TOBAs, supplier contracts, NDAs, and outsourcing arrangements
Advise on insurance regulatory requirements (e.g. FCA / local regulator), including conduct risk, distribution obligations, and product governance
Support the business on new products, strategic initiatives, and acquisitions or integrations as required
Work closely with Compliance and Risk teams to support regulatory change and internal policies
Manage relationships with external counsel and advisers
Assist with dispute management, complaints, and claims-related legal issues
Contribute to improving legal processes, templates, and training across the business
Requirements:
Qualified solicitor or lawyer (NQ-5 Years PQE)
Experience working in Private Practice or In-House within Insurance
Experience in insurance is highly desirable, either in a permanent role or via a secondment
Practical, solutions-focused approach with the ability to balance legal risk and commercial objectives
Confident communicator able to engage with senior stakeholders and non-legal colleagues
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving business
What we offer:
30% bonus
Pension
Private Medical
Hybrid Working
Flexible and hybrid working options
A collaborative, supportive culture with opportunities for development