Legal Counsel - Insurance
Location: Munich
Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel with a focus on insurance law to join its dynamic, cross-border legal team. This role involves advising management and business units, drafting international agreements, and ensuring legal and regulatory compliance across diverse insurance products and services.
Key Responsibilities:
* Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts related to international insurance products (e.g., accident, health, travel, automotive assistance) and services (e.g., mobility guarantees, telehealth).
* Providing legal guidance to internal stakeholders and management, especially on regulatory compliance and contract negotiations.
* Assessing legal risks associated with new projects, business models, and partnerships.
* Participating in international and interdisciplinary project teams.
* Managing external legal counsel when required, particularly for litigation matters.
* Handling corporate legal tasks such as company registry filings and licensing processes.
Your Profile:
* Fully qualified lawyer (Germany)
* At least 7 years of legal experience in the insurance sector or a related international environment.
* In-depth knowledge of insurance contract law, regulatory frameworks, and European insurance directives, as well as corporate law.
* Strong communication skills in German and English, with intercultural competence and the ability to work in international teams.
What’s Offered:
* Structured onboarding and 30 vacation days.
* Hybrid working arrangement (office/home office) in the Munich area.
* Access to corporate pension plans, fitness & wellness networks
* Flat hierarchies, collaborative team culture, and internal mobility opportunities.
* Employee referral program with a €1,000 bonus for successful placements.