Commercial Counsel – London

About the role

Marsh is looking for a commercial lawyer to join its Legal team and support Now Pensions, one of the UK's leading authorised master trust pension schemes, as well as the wider Marsh business. The role covers commercial, regulatory, governance and operational matters relating to the pension scheme, plus commercial and strategic legal work for Marsh. It suits someone with previous experience in commercial or contract work who wants to develop a long-term in-house career.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day contractual queries and advise on commercial, regulatory, governance and operational matters for the pension scheme
• Work closely with the business and the Legal team on contractual and strategic commercial matters
• Identify and escalate risk issues, and maintain up-to-date legal knowledge to ensure compliance with policies and legislation
• Support the business' innovation by identifying and managing risks of new products, services and projects, escalating to senior team members when needed
• Report promptly and accurately on cases and trends, and take the initiative on projects beyond the original request

Required profile

• LLB or equivalent legal qualification
• Previous experience in a fast-paced environment managing multiple deadlines and tasks
• Self-starter able to quickly grasp the risks, issues and opportunities facing the organisation
• Interest in financial services, insurance or digital solutions is a plus

Required skills

• Strong commercial acumen and excellent document drafting and negotiation skills
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage expectations
• Nice to have: experience with commercial contracts, data protection, IP and digital technology matters, and experience supporting risk strategy and innovation projects

What we offer

• Professional development opportunities and supportive leaders
• A vibrant, inclusive culture with a range of career opportunities
• Hybrid work, including remote work, with at least three days per week in the office