Commercial Counsel, Leading Insurer

4 days ago


London, UK, United Kingdom Taylor Root Full time

The client:


A great opportunity has arisen with a leading global insurance firm for a commercial lawyer with insurance experience.

This individual will become a crucial member of the legal team, advising senior stakeholders across the business globally.


Key responsibilities

Working as part of the global legal department advising senior stakeholders on range of matters.


  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating general commercial and insurance specific contracts (TOBAs, distribution, introducer agreements etc)
  • Supporting the business with a range of legal matters including corporate, governance, data privacy etc.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and providing legal training to the business when required.
  • Liaising with external counsel when required.


The successful candidate

  • Qualified lawyer with 3-6 years' experience as a lawyer gained in-house and or in private practice
  • Solid understanding of insurance law would be highly preferable but not a prerequisite


*Please note that PQE is only used as a guide in this case. Candidates outside of this range with the prerequisite experience can apply.


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