Legal Counsel Purpose of the Role Duties and Accountabilities Skills, Knowledge and Experience AEGIS Values

AEGIS London are seeking a Legal Counsel to join the business and work closely with the General Counsel and Assistant Company Secretary to oversee and advise on all commercial contracts. This is an exciting role within a small team offering broad exposure for someone looking to further their career within insurance or make a transition from practice to a high performing Syndicate.,

• Reviewing all commercial contracts to which the Company is a party
• Advising on appropriate terms and conditions for such contracts
• Advising on data protection issues
• Assisting with developing and maintaining a suite of standard contractual clauses
• Liaising with the Company's outsourcing manager with regard to outsourcing relationships
• Assisting the General Counsel and Assistant Company Secretary with regard to general governance matters
• Working with the General Counsel with regard to horizon scanning for legal developments that might affect the Company, We make decisions considering the best interests of key stakeholders. We are direct and straightforward in our actions, working collaboratively to create a culture of fairness and respect.
We act with integrity, valuing diversity of thought and background. We take time to listen to the needs of our customers, stakeholders and colleagues working together to seek and share information. We have a passion for success, aspiring to be recognised as best in class. We embrace new opportunities, encouraging innovation in pursuit of our goals. We strive to improve at all times, challenging complacency, being agile and adapting to change. We always seek to improve our customers' experience with us. We provide an environment where each employee can reach their personal potential. We encourage personal accountability for performance and individual ownership for growth and success.


• At least two years' PQE in commercial private practice and/or in-house
• Knowledge of commercial contractual issues
• Experience with advising on data protection matters
• A willingness to develop experience in company and corporate governance matters (no prior experience needed)
• A familiarisation with the insurance industry is preferable, but not essential
  
  As a business, we understand individual circumstances may differ and aim to be adaptable and to support flexible working practices. Talk to our recruitment team to understand how AEGIS London can help support you in reaching your full potential