Wordings Counsel

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.