As Legal Counsel, you will report to the Head of Legal and be a trusted advisor responsible for a variety of tasks to support Chaucer’s global operations in achieving its strategic objectives whilst safeguarding the Group’s interests, protecting customers and upholding our reputation. Your duties will include:
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, including broker agreements, reinsurance contracts, vendor contracts, and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).
Providing advice and support on licensing requirements, alternative risk transfer structures, reinsurance, agency / distribution, and related areas of law.
Instructing, overseeing, and managing third party legal advisers, and associated costs and expenses.
Identifying and escalating potential legal, regulatory, and reputational risks across the business and assisting in the delivery of training to business colleagues on key legal requirements.
Assisting in monitoring and advising the business on relevant insurance laws and regulations, particularly those concerning the Lloyd's market (e.g., Lloyd's Byelaws, Market Bulletins), FCA/PRA rules, and international regimes (e.g., EIOPA).
Developing and maintaining precedent documents, know-how and guidance.
Advising on non-claims disputes.
Assisting the Head of Legal and other team members with day-to-day legal queries.
Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales or equivalent common law jurisdiction).
1–6 years PQE.
Candidates with experience gained in insurance, reinsurance, financial services, or general commercial law, particularly within the Lloyd's market, either from an in-house environment or recognised law firm are highly desirable.
Strong foundational knowledge of commercial contracts and/or relevant insurance regulation.
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication (written and verbal) skills with strong attention to detail.
Ability to provide clear, commercially focused legal advice quickly and effectively.
Proven ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities.
ABOUT US
Chaucer is a leading insurance group at Lloyd’s, the world’s specialist insurance market. We help protect industries around the world from the risks they face. Our customers include major airlines, energy companies, shipping groups, global manufacturers and property groups.
Our headquarters are in London, and we have international offices in Bermuda, Copenhagen, Dubai and Singapore to be closer to our clients across the world. To learn more about us please visit our website.
Chaucer is committed to diversity, actively values difference and respects people regardless of the protected characteristics which are outlined in the Equality Act 2010 (UK legislation) as a result of the Equal Treatment Directive 2006 (EU legislation).
A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace are core to our success as a business and integral to our winning strategy and culture. We recruit from the widest available pool of talent, and our hiring, assessment and selection process is fair, free from bias and one which ensures we select the right person for the job, based on merit. We are committed to promoting a culture that actively values difference, and recognises that everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect throughout their employment.
We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles and encourage you to outline your needs during the interview process.
Chaucer Group City of London, England Office
52 Lime Street, City of London, United Kingdom, EC3M 7AF
