At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise clients on corporate, commercial, and regulatory insurance matters while managing diverse transactions.
- Company: Leading international law firm with a strong reputation in the insurance sector.
- Benefits: High-quality work, direct client contact, and clear career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities to mentor junior colleagues.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and deepen your expertise in the exciting insurance market.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor with 4-6 years' experience in corporate and regulatory work.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
A leading international law firm with a strong reputation in the insurance and reinsurance sector is seeking an Associate/Senior Associate to join its specialist Insurance Transactions & Regulation practice in London. This highly regarded team advises a broad range of clients, including insurers, reinsurers, brokers, intermediaries, MGAs, investors and emerging market participants across the UK and international insurance markets. The practice is particularly well known for its expertise in Lloyd's, the London Market and the wider non-life insurance and reinsurance sector.
The successful candidate will join a dedicated corporate, commercial and regulatory insurance team, working on a diverse mix of transactional, advisory and regulatory matters. The role offers exposure to high-quality domestic and cross-border work, advising clients ranging from global organisations to innovative start-ups. Matters regularly involve acquisitions, investments, restructurings, distribution arrangements, regulatory change projects and day-to-day commercial advisory work. This position would suit a lawyer looking to deepen their sector expertise while gaining significant client exposure and responsibility within a collaborative and market-leading practice.
Key Responsibilities- Advising insurers, reinsurers, intermediaries and investors on corporate, commercial and regulatory matters.
- Supporting and leading on transactions involving regulated businesses.
- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of commercial and transactional documents.
- Managing matters on a day-to-day basis, including liaising directly with clients and coordinating with colleagues across multiple jurisdictions.
- Providing commercially focused advice on insurance regulatory issues.
- Contributing to business development initiatives and client relationship management.
- Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team where appropriate.
Applications are welcomed from England & Wales qualified solicitors with approximately 4–6 years' PQE, gained within a recognised law firm or relevant in-house environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Experience across a combination of corporate, commercial and financial services regulatory work.
- Exposure to transactions involving regulated entities.
- Knowledge of insurance regulation and the wider insurance market, particularly Lloyd's and the London Market, although this is not essential.
- Strong drafting, negotiation and transaction management skills.
- The ability to manage multiple workstreams and take ownership of matters.
- Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
- A collaborative approach and willingness to support the development of junior colleagues.
- A proactive, commercially minded and solutions-focused attitude.
- A genuine interest in developing a long-term career within the insurance sector.
High-quality insurance sector work with a strong international dimension. A balanced mix of transactional, commercial and regulatory matters. Direct client contact and business development opportunities. A collaborative and supportive team environment. Clear opportunities for professional growth and career progression within a well-established market-leading practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious lawyer seeking to build their expertise within one of the most dynamic and specialist areas of the legal market.
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Insurance/Reinsurance Lawyer in City of London employer: Henderson Scott
Join a leading international law firm in London, renowned for its expertise in the insurance and reinsurance sector. With a collaborative work culture and a commitment to professional growth, this firm offers high-quality, diverse work that allows you to engage directly with clients and develop your career in a dynamic environment. You'll have the opportunity to mentor junior colleagues while gaining significant exposure to both domestic and cross-border transactions, making it an ideal place for ambitious lawyers looking to deepen their sector expertise.
