Senior Legal Counsel
4 weeks ago
Are you a seasoned legal professional with a robust background in insurance law, regulatory compliance, and financial services?
Do you thrive on advising on high-level, complex legal matters and delivering practical, commercially sound solutions?
If so, read on
Title: Senior Legal Counsel
Salary: Competitive
Location: London, Leeds, Manchester, or Bristol (Hybrid)
Client
I am working with a highly regarded UK-based health and insurance provider dedicated to improving well-being and providing impactful services. This opportunity will allow you to join an innovative team, offering expert legal advice and support across product development, partnerships, and regulatory initiatives.
In this role, you will be instrumental in developing compliance frameworks, shaping strategic projects, and collaborating closely with compliance and risk teams - all within a supportive, forward-looking environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Acting as a legal advisor to commercial and product teams, guiding projects while managing legal and regulatory risks.
- Delivering counsel on strategic initiatives, from new product launches to regulatory compliance and digital transformations.
- Building and implementing regulatory frameworks alongside compliance and risk functions.
- Handling complex legal inquiries and offering balanced, commercially focused solutions.
- Drafting and negotiating distribution agreements across key partnerships, including brokers and intermediaries.
- Advising on product governance, including regulatory considerations for emerging areas.
About You
- Qualified lawyer in England and Wales, with significant post-qualification experience.
- Financial services expertise with a deep understanding of the regulatory environment, including FCA rules and insurance distribution.
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills, marked by attention to detail and a critical approach to problem-solving.
- Demonstrated stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence outcomes across varied teams.
- Proactive in identifying and managing legal risks, adept in complex negotiations, and offering practical, commercially aligned solutions.
- High emotional intelligence and discretion, with a commitment to inclusivity and ongoing professional growth.
Benefits
- A comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your health, wellness, and career advancement.
If this sounds like the next step in your career, please apply below or email me at luke.masih@thesjp.co.uk. We also offer a referral scheme, feel free to share my details if you know someone who might be interested
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