Job Type:PermanentBuild a brilliant future with HiscoxSenior Legal Counsel (Operations, Technology & Procurement)The RoleThis is a senior legal business partner role within the Hiscox Legal team, reporting to the Group General Counsel.The successful candidate will serve as the primary legal adviser to Hiscox's Technology, Operations, Procurement, Data Prvacy and Digital Transformation teams, providing commercially focused legal advice that enables strategic decision-making while appropriately managing legal and regulatory risk.The role combines complex commercial contracting with strategic advisory work across technology, digital transformation, outsourcing, artificial intelligence, operational resilience and business change initiatives. The successful candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders across the Group and will play a key role in helping Hiscox deliver innovation, transformation and growth in a safe, efficient and commercially effective manner.The role requires strong commercial judgement, excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to balance legal rigour with pragmatic business delivery across multiple jurisdictions.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Business PartneringAct as a trusted legal adviser to senior leaders across Technology, Operations, Procurement, Data, AI and Transformation functions.Provide commercially pragmatic legal and regulatory advice which enables strategic decision-making and supports business objectives.Support significant business change initiatives, technology transformation programmes and cross-functional strategic projects.Influence and shape business outcomes through proactive engagement and solution-oriented legal support.Commercial ContractingLead the drafting, review and negotiation of a broad range of commercial agreements.Advise on complex technology, software, SaaS, cloud, procurement, consultancy, data, licensing and support arrangements.Develop commercial solutions that balance risk management with business objectives.Technology, AI and DataAdvise on legal issues relating to technology, digital transformation, automation and emerging technologies.Support the business in the responsible adoption and governance of artificial intelligence solutions.Advise on data-related legal issues in partnership with privacy, compliance and risk stakeholders.Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting technology, AI and digital business models and translate those developments into practical business guidance.Outsourcing, Operational Resilience and Third-Party RiskAdvise on outsourcing, operational resilience and third-party risk management matters.Support arrangements involving critical suppliers, cloud service providers and strategic technology partners.Help ensure contractual arrangements appropriately address legal, regulatory, operational and reputational risks.Legal Operations and TransformationDrive continuous improvement in legal service delivery.Optimise the use of AI, legal technology and alternative delivery models to enhance efficiency and scalability.Contribute to the development of templates, playbooks, guidance, training materials and self-service resources.Support the Legal function's broader transformation agenda and adoption of technology-enabled ways of working.Team ContributionSupport and mentor colleagues within the Legal team.Manage external counsel and legal service providers effectively.Promote collaboration, knowledge sharing and best practice across the global Legal function.Role ScopeLead legal workstreams on significant technology, operations and procurement matters.Manage a diverse portfolio of complex legal matters with substantial autonomy.Act as a recognised subject matter expert within the Legal team for technology, commercial contracting and outsourcing matters.Contribute to the ongoing development of the Legal function and its operating model.Acts as a primary legal adviser to Technology, Operations, Procurement and Transformation leadership teams.Works closely with Risk, Compliance, Privacy, Information Security and Finance stakeholders.Manages relationships with external legal advisers and service providers.Supports and develops more junior legal colleagues where appropriate.Knowledge, Skills and ExperienceEssentialQualified solicitor or equivalent lawyer with significant post-qualification experienceStrong experience advising on commercial, technology and procurement matters.Extensive experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.Strong understanding of technology contracting, SaaS, cloud services, outsourcing and supplier arrangements.Familiarity with legal issues relating to AI, data, technology governance and digital transformation.Experience working within financial services, insurance, technology or another highly regulated sector.Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and provide commercially focused legal advice.Sound judgement, commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to risk management.DesirableKnowledge of insurance products and insurance regulatory frameworks.Experience advising on operational resilience, outsourcing or third-party risk management matters.Experience supporting large-scale transformation or technology implementation programmes.Experience leading legal process improvement or legal technology initiatives.Combine strong technical capability with practical commercial judgement.Show curiosity about emerging technologies and innovative ways of working.Embrace continuous improvement and seek opportunities to improve how legal services are delivered.Diversity and flexible working at HiscoxAt Hiscox we care about our people. We hire the best people for the job, and we are committed to diversity and creating a truly inclusive culture, which we believe drives success.Working life does not always have to be in the office so we have introduced hybrid working to encourage a healthy work life balance.This hybrid working model is set by the team rather than the business to enable you to manage your own personal work-life balance. BirminghamType: Full time
Senior Legal Counsel - Technology & Innovation in London employer: Hiscox AG
Hiscox is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its employees, offering a dynamic work culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity. As a Workforce Change Manager, you will enjoy the benefits of hybrid working, allowing for a balanced professional and personal life while contributing to meaningful people change initiatives. With opportunities for professional growth and collaboration with talented colleagues across global locations like London, Lisbon, and York, Hiscox stands out as a place where your expertise can truly make an impact.
