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Senior Legal Counsel - Commercial Risk UKApply fast, check the full description by scrolling below to find out the full requirements for this role.Are you a qualified lawyer with a strong background in Insurance or Financial Services and a drive to influence strategic outcomes? Were looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to join our UK-based legal team, where youll take a leading role in supporting Aons Commercial Risk UK businesses. This is your chance to apply your sector expertise across a diverse range of service offerings and strategic initiativesworking closely with legal peers and business leaders to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact.This is a hybrid role giving you the flexibility to spend time working both from the office and from home. With Aon Law teams based in London and Manchester, we encourage candidates with the ability to access either of these office locations.Aon is in the business of better decisionsAt Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.As an organisation, we are united through trust as one inclusive team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.What the day will look likeDelivering timely, commercially focused legal advice to Aons Commercial Risk UK businessesPartnering with business teams and shared services to support compliant commercial opportunitiesAdvising on client and insurer contracts and related legal mattersIdentifying legal risks and working with business teams to manage them effectivelyActing as a senior legal advisor, contributing to strategic decision-making and sustainable growthResolving or escalating legal issues that could impact business successCollaborating with legal colleagues in Poland, India, EMEA, and globallyBuilding strong, respectful relationships across the business, offering challenge and support where neededSupporting revenue growth while safeguarding Aons brand and balance sheetLiaising with business leaders, subject matter experts, and legal peers on cross-functional initiativesLeading or assisting with legal projects focused on process improvement, risk mitigation, and policy developmentParticipating in pro bono and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiativesChampioning Aons core values through collaboration and contribution to key business initiativesHow this opportunity is differentAs Senior Legal Counsel, you will receive strong support from your teammates, working with highly esteemed professionals in our Aon Law Department, while gaining exposure to diverse areas of our business groups. You'll work on some of the most significant contracts in the industry, providing valuable experience and opportunities for career growth.Skills and experience that will lead to successWere seeking a qualified legal professional with a strong background in the insurance or broader financial services sector. The ideal candidate will bring a commercial mindset, sound legal judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global environment. Specifically, youll need:Qualified UK, Irish, or foreign lawyerStrong legal experience in insurance or financial services, ideally in a multi-jurisdictional settingProven ability to provide commercial legal advice in the UK marketFamiliarity with cross-border broking and regulatory frameworksConfident communicator with senior stakeholders and global teamsSkilled in managing external counsel and balancing risk with commercial goalsStrong judgment, ethical standards, and ability to work independently and collaborativelyComfortable navigating complex legal issues and create effective solutionsHow we support our colleaguesIn addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two Global Wellbeing Days each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com#li-sc1#LI-Hybrid2560409#J-18808-Ljbffr