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Head of Corporate Legal - Route to GC, InsuranceTaylor Root • London, England, UK
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Head of Corporate Legal - Route to GC, Insurance

Head of Corporate Legal - Route to GC, Insurance

Taylor Root • London, England, UK
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Head of Corporate Legal - Route to GC, Insurance

Head of Corporate Legal - Route to GC, Insurance

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Associate Director, In-house Legal, Financial Services at Taylor Root

Our Client:

A fast growing insurance business is seeking an experienced corporate Lawyer (9+ PQE) to be the Head of Corporate Legal reporting to the CEO and working with the C-suite level in a strategic role.

This is a senior position that offers considerable scope for progression into a General Counsel/ Chief Legal Officer position within 12-18 months for the right candidate.

This highly regarded institution operates on a global scale and is looking to scale up their business significantly in the next few years, making it an exciting time to join.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Head for Corporate Legal, your responsibilities will include:

  • Lead and manage the corporate legal function, providing expert advice on corporate law matters including company structuring, governance, and regulatory obligations.
  • Advise senior leadership on legal aspects of strategic initiatives, including joint ventures, acquisitions, capital raising, and corporate reorganisations.
  • Oversee legal support for board and shareholder matters, including drafting resolutions, managing filings, and ensuring compliance with statutory obligations.
  • Act as a key liaison with external counsel, regulators, and internal stakeholders on corporate legal issues.
  • Support the development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures aligned with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations, assessing impact and advising the business accordingly.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • 10 years'+ PQE as a corporate/M&A lawyer in private practice or in-house in an insurance legal team.*
  • Proven ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Strong drafting and negotiation skills, with a sharp eye for detail.
  • Exceptional communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
  • A commercial mindset, focused on delivering pragmatic, business-oriented legal solutions.

*Candidates with relevant experience outside the PQE bracket are also encouraged to apply.

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Director

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Legal

  • Industries

    Legal Services and Financial Services

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