At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal advice to support our automotive business across Europe.
- Company: Join Assurant, a leading global business services company with a vibrant culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid work, performance bonuses, and a flexible benefits package.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values innovation and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by advising on innovative automotive products and services.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor or equivalent with experience in commercial contracts.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
We’re looking for an In-House Legal Counsel to provide practical, commercially focused legal advice to our Automotive business across Europe. You’ll support teams in the UK, France, Italy, Spain, Germany and the Netherlands, helping the business grow while managing legal and regulatory risk.
This is a varied role with an initial focus on the UK automotive market, including extended warranty, insurance and service contract products. You’ll also support the expansion of automotive products and distribution across Europe, working closely with Sales, Operations, Compliance, Privacy, Product and Supply Chain colleagues.
You’ll advise on commercial contracts, distribution arrangements, product development, disputes, legislative change and wider legal matters across the Assurant Europe business. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys partnering with stakeholders, solving problems and making legal advice clear and actionable.
What You’ll Do
- You’ll provide clear legal advice that enables growth and supports informed decision-making across the business. This includes identifying legal risks, recommending practical options and helping stakeholders navigate local regulatory requirements.
- You’ll draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, advise on contract interpretation and support strategic projects across multiple European markets.
- Partner with colleagues across Legal, Compliance, Privacy, Risk, Sales, Product, Operations and Supply Chain.
- Support the design, review and implementation of new products, services and distribution models.
- Advise on warranty, insurance, service contract and intermediary arrangements.
- Monitor relevant legal and regulatory developments and explain their potential business impact.
- Work with external counsel where specialist or local advice is needed.
What You’ll Bring
- Qualified solicitor, lawyer or equivalent legal professional with permission to practise in England and Wales, or a comparable qualification.
- Experience advising on commercial contracts and business-facing legal matters in a law firm, in-house environment or both.
- Ability to explain legal concepts clearly and provide pragmatic, risk-aware recommendations.
- Strong stakeholder management skills and confidence working with geographically dispersed teams.
- Curiosity and adaptability in a fast-evolving, regulated business environment.
- Knowledge of automotive, warranty, insurance or service contract products would be helpful, but is not essential.
What We Offer
- Hybrid/flexible work arrangements
- Performance Bonus Scheme
- £9,000 Flexible benefits package
- A range of financial, wellbeing and social benefits
- Internal Wellbeing Programme
- Learning and Development opportunities
Our Values and Commitment to Inclusion
At Assurant, our values of Common Sense, Common Decency, Uncommon Thinking and Uncommon Results guide how we work. We believe diverse perspectives help us innovate, better serve our clients and create an inclusive workplace where people can do their best work.
We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. If you need any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll be happy to support you.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Company Overview
Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products.
In-House Legal Counsel employer: Assurant
Assurant is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values diverse perspectives and innovative thinking. With flexible hybrid working arrangements, a comprehensive benefits package, and robust learning and development opportunities, employees are empowered to thrive in their roles while contributing to meaningful projects across Europe. Join us at Assurant, where your legal expertise will support the growth of our automotive business in a collaborative environment that champions both personal and professional growth.
