In-House Solicitor

Job Description

Job Title: In-House SolicitorLocation: Bristol, UK (Remote)About The Accquis Group:The Accquis Group is a dynamic entity managing the assets of a prestigious Family Office. Our investments span across the insurance and banking sectors, reflecting a portfolio of both depth and diversity. With a lean team of 35 professionals primarily focusedon sales and marketing, we pride ourselves on a culture of excellence, innovation, and strategic growth. Our operations further extend into Underwriting, Claims, and a specialised M&A team, ensuring a holistic approach to asset management and business development.Role Overview:We are seeking a seasoned In-House Solicitor with approximately 5 years of experience in litigation and corporate law. This role demands a professional who is not only adept at navigating the complexities of the legal landscape but also possesses the versatilityto draft intricate policy proposals, terms of business agreements, and engage in smaller M&A transactions. As a key legal advisor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our legal strategy, ensuring the protection of our assets and facilitating our growthambitions.Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive legal advice across all aspects of the business, with a focus on Insurance and Banking investments.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including contracts, policy proposals, terms of business agreements, and transactional documents for M&A activities.
• Handle litigation and corporate law matters efficiently, ensuring compliance with current regulations and mitigating legal risks.
• Manage and oversee external legal resources, including the paneling of claims to other firms and coordination with solicitors on larger M&A projects, while ensuring cost-effectiveness and high-quality outcomes.
• Work closely with the Underwriting, Claims, and M&A teams, providing legal support and guidance to facilitate their operations and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Qualified solicitor with approximately 5 years of relevant experience in litigation and corporate law, preferably within the Insurance and/or Banking sectors.
• Strong expertise in drafting legal documents, negotiation, and transactional law.
• Experience in policy writing and terms of business agreements is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to manage smaller M&A transactions and work autonomously on complex legal matters.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with a detail-oriented approach to legal practice.
• Versatile, competent, and capable of thriving in a small but dynamic organization.

What We Offer:

• A remote working arrangement based in Bristol, with the flexibility to manage your work-life balance.
• The opportunity to be part of a prestigious Family Office with a focus on impactful investments in the Insurance and Banking sectors.
• A collaborative environment where you will interact with various teams, contributing to the strategic direction of the business.
• A competitive compensation package, reflective of your experience and the value you bring to the team.

Application Process:If you are a legal professional passionate about your field, eager to take on new challenges, and ready to contribute to the success of a dynamic investment group, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experienceand how you align with the roles requirements.The Accquis Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.Application Deadline: 29th February 2024Join us at The Accquis Group, where your legal expertise will drive our success and shape the future of our investments.

Keyskills :
Commercial LitigationInsuranceMergersRetail Banking