Legal Counsel-Commercial litigation - #2151703

Introduction

At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.
Overview

Are you a skilled legal professional with a passion for providing strategic guidance and resolving complex disputes?

Gallagher, a global leader in insurance brokerage and risk management, is seeking a talented Legal Counsel with High Court commercial litigation experience (gained in private practice or in-house) to join our dynamic legal team.

As part of our Legal team, you’ll be working in a supportive and collegiate team to identify and advocate the legal and associated risks facing Gallagher. Your expertise will guide our UK and EMEA businesses, helping them make informed decisions that align with Gallagher’s overall and divisional strategies. We’ll be looking for you to offer expert legal advice and strategic solutions in a range of actual or potential contentious matters, particularly in the realm of employee competition litigation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a contentious lawyer looking to gain experience with one of the world’s largest insurance brokerage firms.

We are flexible in terms of work location – you could be based in one of our regional offices throughout the UK and/or work from home. Occasional travel to London is required.

How you'll make an impact

• Provide legal and tactical advice and guidance on a range of contentious matters with particular focus on restrictive covenants and employment contractual obligations.
• Manage a range of litigation and pre-action dispute resolution, particularly in the field of employee competition, including:
  • Working with our business to identify and understand the facts, issues and risks;
  • Drafting correspondence to send to opposing parties and their legal representatives;
  • Instructing and overseeing the use of outside counsel, when appropriate;
  • Assisting with preparation of management reports for Gallagher’s Boards and senior management;
  • Exercising proportionate and commercial judgement.
• Provide accurate and practical advice reflecting English law, but also guidance on matters involving other legal systems.
• Assist in enhancing processes to mitigate risk and deliver training sessions to the business on a range of topic areas.
• Build and maintain excellennt relationships with Gallagher’s businesses and senior management.

About You

• Qualified solicitor with sound technical knowledge and experience of High Court (England & Wales) litigation and dispute resolution.
• A solicitor with the experience typically gained over 5 years of post-qualification practice
• Experience of dealing with litigation and/or pre-action correspondence relating to restrictive covenants and team move disputes.
• Knowledge of the insurance industry is helpful but not essential.
• Proven drafting, analytical and communication skills with the ability to distil complex issues into clear, actionable advice.
• Ability to develop excellent working relationships and inspire the trust of senior stakeholders.
• Right to work in the UK.

Compensation and benefits

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
• A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. Although this role is listed as full-time, if you’re in a job-share partnership, work reduced hours, or have any other flexible arrangement, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if required, so please let us know.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)