Deputy General Counsel, Permanent Job, Isle of Man

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and experienced legal professional to join a global listed financial services group, as Deputy General Counsel. If you have a strong litigation background, a passion for regulatory compliance, and the ability to provide strategic legal advice, this role is for you

The Role

Supporting the General Counsel, you will play a key role in managing the company's legal affairs, focusing on litigation, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance

• Lead and manage all litigation related to policyholder claims


• Develop and execute litigation strategies in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external counsel


• Advise on regulatory requirements and industry developments affecting life assurance


• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations across multiple jurisdictions


• Provide legal advice on corporate governance, contracts, and financial services matters


• Draft and review key legal documents to protect company interests


• Mentor and develop junior legal team members


• Work cross-functionally with compliance, risk, finance, and operations teams

About You
We are looking for a highly skilled legal professional with strong expertise in litigation, regulatory compliance, and financial services
Below experiences/skills considered essential:

• Qualified solicitor/barrister with a strong litigation background (UK, Isle of Man, or equivalent jurisdiction)


• Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in litigation and dispute resolution


• Experience in litigation and civil liability insurance, preferably within financial services or insurance sectors


• Strong knowledge of life assurance regulations, insurance law, and financial services litigation


• Ability to quickly comprehend complex legal and regulatory issues


• Good negotiating skills


• Excellent communication, organisational and presentation skills.


• Ability to manage and prioritise own workload in a fast paced environment


• Self-motivated with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels


• Be able to work as part of a team as well as the ability to work independently


• Be able to work as part of a team as well as the ability to work independently


• Competent in Microsoft applications: Including Word, Outlook, SharePoint and Excel

The Reward

• A competitive salary and benefits package


• Opportunity to work within a global financial services company


• Professional development and career growth opportunities


• A supportive and collaborative working environment


• Flexible working arrangements