Senior Underwriting Legal Counsel - 6 month FTC A leading Insurance Company is looking to appoint an Underwriting Legal Counsel in London on a 6-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity to join a market leader and contribute to the successful functioning of the legal team. This role is central to supporting the negotiation, structuring, and execution of a wide range of complex and bespoke (re)insurance transactions, particularly those at the intersection of insurance and capital markets. The successful candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver high-quality legal solutions in a fast-paced and innovative environment. Duties will include:

Funded and unfunded regulatory capital relief deals Structured credit transactions Asset-backed non-payment insurance across multiple asset classes Oversee the negotiation and drafting of complex legal documentation, ensuring clarity, risk alignment, and support of commercial goals. Instruct and manage external counsel on complex matters, ensuring external advice is commercial, timely, and cost-effective.

You will be a qualified Lawyer with demonstrable transactional experience in insurance and/or structured finance, with a track record of leading complex underwriting transactions. It is essential to demonstrate pragmatic, solutions-based counsel and strong relationship-building skills combined with excellent communication. You will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, acting with a degree of independence while being part of a supportive and collegiate culture. You must have the flexibility and drive to support a multidisciplinary team with a solutions-based attitude. Experience working in the Insurance industry is essential. If the role is of interest, please get in touch! Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Insurance

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