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Job Title


Senior Legal Counsel


Company : Chadwick Nott Legal Recruitment


Location : birmingham, midlands


Created : 2025-09-23


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Senior Legal Counsel – Insurance LawLocation: Manchester Based or RemoteOffice attendance: Once per monthSalary: £100,000 (DOE)Flexible Working | Award-Winning Employer | Strategic Legal RoleA leading UK insurance group is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join its high-performing legal team. This is a pivotal role for an experienced legal professional with deep expertise in insurance law and regulatory compliance.You’ll be advising across the business on complex legal matters, shaping strategy, managing risk, and ensuring regulatory alignment. The role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and contribute to the company’s continued growth and innovation.Key Responsibilities:Provide strategic legal advice across insurance, regulatory, and commercial mattersLead negotiations and draft agreements across distribution, underwriting, claims, and financial servicesManage regulatory interactions (FCA, HMRC, GFSC, etc.)Support broker and consumer lending activitiesAdvise on corporate governance and company lawMentor junior legal professionals and deputise for the Group General CounselWhat We’re Looking For:Qualified Solicitor/Barrister with 5+ years PQEStrong background in insurance law (in-house or private practice)Depth and breadth of expertise in commercial contract, including SAAS, IT, Licensing, data processing, IP, material outsourcing and loan agreements.Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skillsCollaborative, proactive, and detail-oriented mindsetWork Where You Work Best:Choose between Remote or Manchester office-based working — with occasional travel to connect with the team.If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for insurance law and want to make a real impact in a supportive legal environment, let’s connect.Salary/Benefits:£100,000 (DOE)Bonus: 15%Flexible working 10-3 core hoursGroup Life Assurance x 4 salaryProfessional SubscriptionsDiscounts on car insurance (and soon home)Private Medical Cover through Bupa (Self, partner and children)Health Cash PlanVolunteering DayInterest free loans (home improvement energy efficiency / Health and fitness equipment / Travel – season tickets)PerkboxDrive Electric Car schemePlease apply below or contact Luqmaan Ayaz at Chadwick Nott for further details.