Who are we?

We’re a specialist employee benefits provider, striving to create healthy, happy workplaces. As part of the international Unum Group, we’re on a collective mission to help the working world thrive.

The role

What will you be doing?

Legal Counsel, Dorking Hybrid

What will you bring?

We are a leader in employee benefits, protecting over 2 million people, creating security and peace of mind to individuals & families.

We are looking for a commercially minded lawyer qualified in England and Wales, of around 1 -2 years PQE, perhaps already working in-house, or maybe looking to leave private practice, to join our team. As a key member of the Legal Team, you will report to UK General Counsel and support our UK Group companies as well as partner with key stakeholders in the business to provide timely and relevant legal support and advice.

In particular, and as part of the Legal Team, you will assume your own workload and undertake instructions from the business on a wide range of matters including supplier contracts, NDAs, IT agreements, litigation matters, insurance policy wording and interpretation, broker arrangements, broker terms of business and product initiatives.

You will also be responsible for reviewing and drafting new insurance-related documents, revising existing ones, reviewing marketing literature, undertaking contract negotiations, and providing legal sign off where appropriate.

The successful Legal Counsel can expect:

• Generous Bonus
• Private Medical Insurance
• DC pension scheme
• Life, medical and income Insurance
• Access to remote GP, nutrition coaching, personal training, unlimited mental health support and medical 2nd opinion
• 27 days holiday with the option to buy and sell holiday up to 5 days (plus Bank Holidays)
• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme with free on site electric chargers

We are an inclusive, diverse employer, where you can grow your future career with us without barriers. We’ll support and challenge you to be your best with a wealth of learning and development opportunities.

If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact us directly.

Why join us?

At Unum, we’ve created a workplace where people feel supported to progress and grow, and can see their ambitions coming to life.

We’ve built a supportive, inclusive environment where you can be yourself, whilst also being part of a growing organisation. From charity and volunteer opportunities to career growth, your possibilities are endless.

If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to careers@unum.co.uk.