Legal Counsel - Cardiff

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This international financial services organisation operates across more than 50 countries, providing credit insurance, surety, debt collection and business intelligence services to a diverse global client base. In order to further fortify the existing legal function, they are seeking to recruit a Legal Counsel in Cardiff. You will join a well-established Group Legal & Compliance function made up of legal professionals based across Europe, Asia and the United States. The team partners closely with the wider business to strengthen long-term performance, providing high-quality legal and compliance advice within a robust risk-management framework. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a collaborative, multinational legal team. This position offers meaningful exposure to cross-border legal work within a complex, global organisation.

Your new roleAs Legal Counsel, you will provide expert guidance on a broad range of English law matters. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will:

• Advise on contract law, insurance law and regulatory matters
• Support the business with litigation cases as required
• Liaise with and manage external legal advisers
• Contribute to legal strategy using a risk-based, solutions-focused approach
• Work closely with international colleagues across multiple jurisdictions

What you'll need to succeedYou will thrive in this role if you bring:

• 3-5 years' commercial experience as a practising lawyer or in-house legal counsel
• Qualification to practise law in the United Kingdom
• Strong verbal reasoning, communication, drafting and negotiation skills
• A professional, detail-driven and quality-focused approach
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• A structured mindset, strong analytical skills and eagerness to learn
• An international outlook
• (Experience in insurance law is desirable but not essential)

Candidates who meet most-but not all-criteria are still encouraged to apply.

What you'll get in returnYou will benefit from a supportive and international working environment with excellent career development opportunities, alongside a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Hybrid working (up to 4 days per week from home for the right candidate)
• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• Generous pension scheme with up to 18% total contribution
• Life assurance at 10 annual salary
• Income protection insurance
• 27.5 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Flexible working hours
• Employee assistance programme
• Sports and social club
• Access to salary-sacrifice schemes (private health, dental, retail discounts, cycle to work, and more)

The organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and supported.

Ready to take the next step?If you're an ambitious legal professional seeking a dynamic, internationally focused role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your legal career. Please contact Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal for further information on the role.

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