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Interim Legal Counsel

Newport Temporary £70,000 - £85,000 per year View Job Description
As an interim Legal Counsel in Newport, you will manage a broad range of legal work for an organisation in the Insurance industry during a maternity cover contract. You will provide practical legal input that helps day-to-day business activity run smoothly and supports clear decision-making.
  • 35 hour working week!
  • Hybrid working

About Our Client

The organisation operates in the Insurance industry and is based in Newport.

Job Description

  • Provide day-to-day legal advice across matters relevant to the business.
  • Review, draft and negotiate legal documents to support business activity.
  • Identify legal issues early and provide clear, practical guidance.
  • Work with internal stakeholders to help them understand legal considerations.
  • Manage legal queries from initial review through to a clear outcome.
  • Maintain accurate records of legal matters and key documentation.
  • Keep legal documents organised and accessible for relevant stakeholders.
  • Support continuity of legal work throughout the maternity cover period.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Legal Counsel should have:

  • Experience providing practical legal advice in a commercial setting.
  • Ability to draft, review and negotiate legal documents.
  • Sound judgement when assessing legal issues and suggesting next steps.
  • Ability to manage a varied legal workload and meet agreed deadlines.
  • Clear written communication when explaining legal points.
  • Strong document management and record-keeping skills.

What's on Offer

  • Temporary contract covering maternity leave.
  • Pro rata salary of between £70-85k, dependent on the level of experience.
  • Based in Newport.



If you're interested in this role, apply now.

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Contact
Matt Helmer
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7131064
Phone number
+441189337031

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Insurance - In House
Sector
Financial Services
Where
Newport
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Matt Helmer
Consultant phone
+441189337031
Job reference
JN-102026-7131064