Weu2019re looking for a qualified lawyer with a background in financial services to join our UK-based legal team as Senior Legal Counsel, supporting Aonu2019s reinsurance business across the UK and EMEA. Youu2019ll advise on a range of service offerings and strategic arrangements, playing a key leadership role while working closely with legal and business experts across jurisdictions to navigate complex challenges and support commercial goals.
This is a hybrid role giving you the flexibility to spend time working both from the office and from home. With Aon Law teams based in London and Manchester, we encourage candidates with the ability to access either of these office locations.
Aon is in the business of better decisions
At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.
As an organisation, we are united through trust as one inclusive team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.
What the day will look like
Provide timely, commercially focused legal advice to Reinsurance teams
Support client contracting and major transactions
Identify and manage legal risks proactively
Act as a strategic legal partner to enable sustainable growth
Resolve or escalate legal issues that may impact business outcomes
Collaborating with legal colleagues in Poland, India, EMEA, and globally
Build strong, trusted relationships across the business
Balance commercial support with brand and risk protection
Contribute to legal process improvements and policy development
Support cross-functional initiatives and model Aonu2019s values
Supporting revenue growth while safeguarding Aonu2019s brand and balance sheet
Liaising with business leaders, subject matter experts, and legal peers on cross functional initiatives
Leading or assisting with legal projects focused on process improvement, risk mitigation, and policy development
Participating in pro bono and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives
Championing Aonu2019s core values through collaboration and contribution to key business initiatives
How this opportunity is different
Youu2019ll be part of the Aon Law team, working closely with colleagues in Aonu2019s prestigious reinsurance and captive business. Supporting major client contracts across the UK and EMEA, youu2019ll handle high-impact transactions, collaborate with top legal professionals, and gain exposure to diverse business areasu2014offering real scope for growth in a dynamic, respected environment.
Skills and experience that will lead to success
Qualified solicitor or barrister (UK/Ireland) or foreign-qualified lawyer
Legal experience in large, multi-jurisdictional financial services
Expertise in transaction support and cross-border reinsurance broking
Familiarity with captive insurance transactions (a plus)
Strong problem-solving mindset with sound legal and business judgment
Experienced in collaborating with legal, compliance, and business teams
Proven ability to manage external counsel efficiently
Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills
Comfortable working independently and in team settings
Agile, ethical, and solutions-focused in a fast-paced environment
How we support our colleagues
In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two u201cGlobal Wellbeing Daysu201d each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.
Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.
Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.
We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable a ccommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com
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Senior Legal Counsel u2013 Reinsurance
Weu2019re looking for a qualified lawyer with a background in financial services to join our UK-based legal team as Senior Legal Counsel, supporting Aonu2019s reinsurance business across the UK and EMEA. Youu2019ll advise on a range of service offerings and strategic arrangements, playing a key leadership role while working closely with legal and business experts across jurisdictions to navigate complex challenges and support commercial goals.
This is a hybrid role giving you the flexibility to spend time working both from the office and from home. With Aon Law teams based in London and Manchester, we encourage candidates with the ability to access either of these office locations.
Aon is in the business of better decisions
At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.
As an organisation, we are united through trust as one inclusive team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.
What the day will look like
Provide timely, commercially focused legal advice to Reinsurance teams
Support client contracting and major transactions
Identify and manage legal risks proactively
Act as a strategic legal partner to enable sustainable growth
Resolve or escalate legal issues that may impact business outcomes
Collaborating with legal colleagues in Poland, India, EMEA, and globally
Build strong, trusted relationships across the business
Balance commercial support with brand and risk protection
Contribute to legal process improvements and policy development
Support cross-functional initiatives and model Aonu2019s values
Supporting revenue growth while safeguarding Aonu2019s brand and balance sheet
Liaising with business leaders, subject matter experts, and legal peers on cross functional initiatives
Leading or assisting with legal projects focused on process improvement, risk mitigation, and policy development
Participating in pro bono and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives
Championing Aonu2019s core values through collaboration and contribution to key business initiatives
How this opportunity is different
Youu2019ll be part of the Aon Law team, working closely with colleagues in Aonu2019s prestigious reinsurance and captive business. Supporting major client contracts across the UK and EMEA, youu2019ll handle high-impact transactions, collaborate with top legal professionals, and gain exposure to diverse business areasu2014offering real scope for growth in a dynamic, respected environment.
Skills and experience that will lead to success
Qualified solicitor or barrister (UK/Ireland) or foreign-qualified lawyer
Legal experience in large, multi-jurisdictional financial services
Expertise in transaction support and cross-border reinsurance broking
Familiarity with captive insurance transactions (a plus)
Strong problem-solving mindset with sound legal and business judgment
Experienced in collaborating with legal, compliance, and business teams
Proven ability to manage external counsel efficiently
Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills
Comfortable working independently and in team settings
Agile, ethical, and solutions-focused in a fast-paced environment
How we support our colleagues
In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two u201cGlobal Wellbeing Daysu201d each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.
Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.
Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.
We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable a ccommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com
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Senior Legal Counsel u2013 Reinsurance
Weu2019re looking for a qualified lawyer with a background in financial services to join our UK-based legal team as Senior Legal Counsel, supporting Aonu2019s reinsurance business across the UK and EMEA. Youu2019ll advise on a range of service offerings and strategic arrangements, playing a key leadership role while working closely with legal and business experts across jurisdictions to navigate complex challenges and support commercial goals.
This is a hybrid role giving you the flexibility to spend time working both from the office and from home. With Aon Law teams based in London and Manchester, we encourage candidates with the ability to access either of these office locations.
Aon is in the business of better decisions
At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.
As an organisation, we are united through trust as one inclusive team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.
What the day will look like
Provide timely, commercially focused legal advice to Reinsurance teams
Support client contracting and major transactions
Identify and manage legal risks proactively
Act as a strategic legal partner to enable sustainable growth
Resolve or escalate legal issues that may impact business outcomes
Collaborating with legal colleagues in Poland, India, EMEA, and globally
Build strong, trusted relationships across the business
Balance commercial support with brand and risk protection
Contribute to legal process improvements and policy development
Support cross-functional initiatives and model Aonu2019s values
Supporting revenue growth while safeguarding Aonu2019s brand and balance sheet
Liaising with business leaders, subject matter experts, and legal peers on cross functional initiatives
Leading or assisting with legal projects focused on process improvement, risk mitigation, and policy development
Participating in pro bono and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives
Championing Aonu2019s core values through collaboration and contribution to key business initiatives
How this opportunity is different
Youu2019ll be part of the Aon Law team, working closely with colleagues in Aonu2019s prestigious reinsurance and captive business. Supporting major client contracts across the UK and EMEA, youu2019ll handle high-impact transactions, collaborate with top legal professionals, and gain exposure to diverse business areasu2014offering real scope for growth in a dynamic, respected environment.
Skills and experience that will lead to success
Qualified solicitor or barrister (UK/Ireland) or foreign-qualified lawyer
Legal experience in large, multi-jurisdictional financial services
Expertise in transaction support and cross-border reinsurance broking
Familiarity with captive insurance transactions (a plus)
Strong problem-solving mindset with sound legal and business judgment
Experienced in collaborating with legal, compliance, and business teams
Proven ability to manage external counsel efficiently
Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills
Comfortable working independently and in team settings
Agile, ethical, and solutions-focused in a fast-paced environment
How we support our colleagues
In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two u201cGlobal Wellbeing Daysu201d each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.
Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.
Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.
We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable a ccommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com
#LI-HYBRID
2561831
Senior Legal Counsel u2013 Reinsurance
Weu2019re looking for a qualified lawyer with a background in financial services to join our UK-based legal team as Senior Legal Counsel, supporting Aonu2019s reinsurance business across the UK and EMEA. Youu2019ll advise on a range of service offerings and strategic arrangements, playing a key leadership role while working closely with legal and business experts across jurisdictions to navigate complex challenges and support commercial goals.
This is a hybrid role giving you the flexibility to spend time working both from the office and from home. With Aon Law teams based in London and Manchester, we encourage candidates with the ability to access either of these office locations.
Aon is in the business of better decisions
At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.
As an organisation, we are united through trust as one inclusive team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.
What the day will look like
Provide timely, commercially focused legal advice to Reinsurance teams
Support client contracting and major transactions
Identify and manage legal risks proactively
Act as a strategic legal partner to enable sustainable growth
Resolve or escalate legal issues that may impact business outcomes
Collaborating with legal colleagues in Poland, India, EMEA, and globally
Build strong, trusted relationships across the business
Balance commercial support with brand and risk protection
Contribute to legal process improvements and policy development
Support cross-functional initiatives and model Aonu2019s values
Supporting revenue growth while safeguarding Aonu2019s brand and balance sheet
Liaising with business leaders, subject matter experts, and legal peers on cross functional initiatives
Leading or assisting with legal projects focused on process improvement, risk mitigation, and policy development
Participating in pro bono and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives
Championing Aonu2019s core values through collaboration and contribution to key business initiatives
How this opportunity is different
Youu2019ll be part of the Aon Law team, working closely with colleagues in Aonu2019s prestigious reinsurance and captive business. Supporting major client contracts across the UK and EMEA, youu2019ll handle high-impact transactions, collaborate with top legal professionals, and gain exposure to diverse business areasu2014offering real scope for growth in a dynamic, respected environment.
Skills and experience that will lead to success
Qualified solicitor or barrister (UK/Ireland) or foreign-qualified lawyer
Legal experience in large, multi-jurisdictional financial services
Expertise in transaction support and cross-border reinsurance broking
Familiarity with captive insurance transactions (a plus)
Strong problem-solving mindset with sound legal and business judgment
Experienced in collaborating with legal, compliance, and business teams
Proven ability to manage external counsel efficiently
Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills
Comfortable working independently and in team settings
Agile, ethical, and solutions-focused in a fast-paced environment
How we support our colleagues
In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two u201cGlobal Wellbeing Daysu201d each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.
Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.
Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.
We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable a ccommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com
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