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Wordings Counsel - Global Insurance Firm
London | Hybrid | Permanent | Full Time OR Part Time |Competitive Salary + Benefits

About the role:

We are partnering with a leading global (re)insurer to appoint a Wordings Counsel to join their high-performing legal and wordings function. This is a rare opportunity to work within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, supporting a broad range of specialty and commercial lines across multiple international markets.

Key Responsibilities:

Draft, review and negotiate insurance and reinsurance wordings across a wide range of lines including Property, Casualty, Specialty and Treaty.

Provide technical support and legal insight to underwriters, claims handlers and other internal stakeholders.

Lead initiatives to improve policy standardisation and wording clarity while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Monitor emerging case law, market developments and regulatory updates to ensure ongoing policy robustness.

Support strategic projects including product development and innovation across the global platform.

About You:

Qualified solicitor (UK or equivalent), ideally with 4+ years' post-qualification experience, either in private practice or in-house.

Strong knowledge of insurance/reinsurance wordings, policy drafting, and contract law.

Commercially minded with the ability to balance legal risk with business needs.

A collaborative team player with excellent communication and influencing skills.

Why Join?

Work with a globally respected brand known for underwriting excellence and innovation.

Exposure to a diverse portfolio and international stakeholders.

Opportunities for professional development in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Competitive compensation, hybrid working and a supportive culture.

If you're a detail-oriented legal professional with a passion for policy wordings and looking to make an impact at a global level, we'd love to hear from you