In-house Solicitor

Shape legal strategy in a market-leading group

High-impact role with financial sector exposure

About Our Client

The employer is a leading UK insurance and property business with an expansive presence in the letting sector, blending robust insurance operations with real-estate expertise. Known for delivering dependable customer service, they prioritise trust, excellence, and growth. Their people culture emphasises flexibility, well-being, and recognition. The organisation offers modern hybrid working, structured development programmes, and a reputation for rewarding high performance and tenure.

Job Description

The Legal Counsel will be:

• Providing legal advice on contract matters
• Drafting, negotiating and reviewing commercial agreements, leases and policy documents
• Ensuring regulatory compliance and managing legal risk in operations
• Partnering with business, claims, operations and property teams to align legal strategy
• Leading improvements to templates, processes and governance frameworks

The Successful Applicant

The Legal Counsel should be:

• A solicitor or equivalent with relevant experience in commercial law
• Comfortable advising on contracts and compliance challenges
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement, able to communicate complex legal issues clearly
• Commercially minded, detail-oriented, and able to work independently
• Familiar with governance, risk frameworks, or regulatory oversight

What's on Offer

This permanent role offers a competitive salary of up to £63,000, plus a generous benefits package including:

• Free breakdown cover from day one (reflecting the group's core business)
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Private medical insurance, health & wellbeing plans, and life assurance (up to 4 salary)
• Car salary sacrifice scheme and vehicle discounts (including electric options)
• Discounted family passes, retail discounts and rewards scheme
• Flexible / hybrid working arrangements and commitment to work-life balance
• Opportunities for impact, visibility and progression in a growing legal team

This role is more than a job-it's a career opportunity in a values-led organisation where your legal influence matters. If you're an experienced Legal Counsel, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.