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Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee Legal Counsel       Location: London , Leeds   Type: Permanent, full time   Happy to talk flexible working     The Opportunity   QBE Europe are   seeking   a highly skilled and motivated Legal Counsel to provide   additional   support in our corporate legal team. Working alongside existing Legal Counsel and Head of Legal, Corporate, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing legal advice and support on various corporate initiatives, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and contributing to the overall success of the organisation.      Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role.    QBE may consider sponsorship at its discretion.       About QBE          At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.            We’re   an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries   –   which means   we ’ re   big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact.   It ’ s   an exciting time.   We ’ re   building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.           What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team,   you ’ ll   get to spend every day working with people who are passionate,   talented   and kind.         Your New Role     Legal Support     Provide   legal advice on all aspects of corporate matters to business functions including Corporate Development, Capital Management,   Compliance,   Finance and Treasury.    Work with Chief Legal Officer, Head of Legal, Corporate, existing Legal Counsel and Group colleagues to manage and deliver M&A, capital, finance, group (re)structuring/(re)organisation and treasury projects.    Review and advise on a variety of other legal contracts and other legal obligations of QBE International companies, both on strategic/project basis and on ad-hoc/single issue basis as   required   to   identify   any risk to the business and recommend effective solutions.   Develop templates, guides, and toolkits to streamline legal support.       Risk Management     Identify   and assess legal risks and recommend mitigation strategies, be able to act on own initiative, negotiate directly with third parties and to recognise when to seek guidance from senior colleagues.     Support internal governance processes to manage legal risks, make recommendations for improvements to existing processes and controls where   identified , to implement changes that will enhance effectiveness and meet best practice.    An understanding of global sanctions regimes and preferably practical experience in advising on sanctions compliance in the financial services context.       Stakeholder Engagement     Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to understand legal needs, be someone who can be entrusted to liaise with the business and build and maintain relationships and strategic awareness   to   assist in the on-going development of the QBE International Legal Team and its promotion within QBE as a valuable resource to the business.    Collaborate and manage spend with external counsel and advisors when   required .    Provide training and guidance on legal and regulatory      About you   Bachelor's degree in law (LLB) or equivalent; LLM or other relevant qualifications   advantageous .    Qualified to practise law in the relevant   jurisdiction .    Minimum 2-3 years’ PQE experience in a similar role, ideally in-house or within a corporate legal team.    Understanding of corporate governance, corporate/commercial law, and regulatory compliance.    Excellent drafting, negotiation,   research   and communication skills.    Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.    Project experience and/or exposure to project management.    Practical and commercial awareness.    Experience in financial services or insurance sectors.    Knowledge and competent understanding of UK/EU company law, competition law,   sanctions   and data protection regulations.    Familiarity with ESG principles and their corporate application.      Benefits        We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:    30 days holiday a year   with the   option   to buy up to 2   additional   days.        Flexible working   -   balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours.        Pension –   you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.          To learn more about benefits of working with us, click    Rewarding our people - QBE European Operations         Awards & Recognition     We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:      Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025:        Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year, Winner: Reinsurer of the Year - QBE Re, Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year, Winner: Insurance Personality of the Year - Chris Wallace, Executive Director UK insurance    AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner:  Network Management of the Year       Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024:  QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer         To learn more about our achievements, click   here          Apply now and  let’s  make it happen!          If  you’re  looking for a career that combines your  expertise  and your empathy, click Apply today.         Skills: Business Law, Communication, Contract Management, Critical Thinking, Intentional collaboration, Legal Consulting, Legal Documents, Legal Risk, Litigation Management, Managing performance, Negotiation, Research Analysis, Sound Judgment, Stakeholder Management, Team Management How to Apply: To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process. Equal Employment Opportunity: QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.

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