Defensibility & Regulatory Consultant (Employment)

About the role

The Defensibility & Regulatory Team at Marsh advises clients from FTSE 100 companies to family-owned businesses, charities and local authorities on their legal liabilities and how to defend legal action. The team is growing and is starting a new practice to help clients defend employment claims. It is looking for an experienced employment lawyer to set up and deliver this proposition. The role is hybrid, with at least three days a week in the office or with clients.

Key responsibilities

• Advise senior management and C-suite executives on their legal responsibilities and liabilities so they can defend themselves and the business against legal action.
• Review clients' current practices in detail, stress-test their ability to defend legal action and report findings to senior management, helping clients implement recommendations.
• Deliver training (including mock trials/mock tribunals) to senior leaders and key stakeholders, and prepare them for court or tribunal where they may act as witnesses.
• Provide legal context in simulated crisis management sessions with other Risk Consulting teams.
• Market the services and develop client and colleague relationships to generate additional revenue.
• Work with colleagues across the wider business to improve their understanding of the legal landscape.
• Manage your own diary and projects, with support and close supervision during the first 3-6 months.

Required profile

• Qualified solicitor, legal executive or barrister in England, Wales, Scotland or the Republic of Ireland.
• Experience bringing and/or defending employment claims and/or giving non-contentious advice on employment law.
• Comfortable presenting to large groups and able to field ad-hoc technical questions.
• Nice to have: proven presentation and training delivery, business development experience, and a similar role at another broker or insurance background.

What we offer

• A growing practice in a non-contentious area while learning about the insurance industry.
• Professional development, interesting work and supportive leaders.
• A vibrant, inclusive culture and a range of career opportunities.
• Reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities.