Chief of Staff- Legal - London

Chief of staff in global legal team – London

Are you a legally qualified professional with a strategic mindset and a passion for driving change?

We're looking for a high-impact individual to join the Office of the Group General Counsel (GC) of one our clients and help shape a legal function that is innovative, respected, and deeply valued by the business.

In this pivotal role, you’ll provide direct support to the Group GC on a global scale, blending business management expertise with strategic project leadership to deliver initiatives that matter.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Management Support

• Drive development of the legal function’s vision, strategy, and strategic plans
• Contribute to global legal risk management efforts
• Help set the agenda for key leadership forums and events
• Craft impactful presentations and executive/board-level materials
• Act as liaison across business units, ensuring collaboration and alignment
• Partner with finance, risk, and corporate affairs to develop high-quality content for senior communications

Strategic Project Leadership

• Lead critical, high-visibility projects aligned with legal and enterprise priorities
• Conduct legal, financial, and market analyses to support decision-making
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives as the GC’s primary project lead
• Ensure timely, successful delivery of strategic outcomes

About You:

• Legally qualified with proven experience in strategy and project management
• Strong track record in theinsurance or financial services industry is highly desired
• Skilled in engaging and influencing senior stakeholders, including C-suite
• Analytical, financially literate, and solutions-focused
• Expert at writing executive/board-level papers and presentations
• Adaptable, confident, and thrives in dynamic environments
• Proactive, results-driven, and relationship-oriented

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of legal leadership and make a real impact on the future direction of the organisation. A very good six figure salary and benefits on offer.