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Legal Counsel

Salary – National Circa £55,000 - £60,000 / London Circa £75,000 - £80,000

Are you a junior lawyer looking to build your career in financial services?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Counsel to join Aviva’s UK Retirement legal team. This role is perfect for someone newly qualified or with some post-qualification experience who is eager to develop expertise in financial services law, particularly in pensions, annuities, and equity release. If you're ready to work on high-impact projects and gain exposure to strategic legal matters, this could be the next step in your career.

A bit about the job:

As a Legal Counsel in our UK Retirement legal team, you’ll provide legal advice and support on a broad range of matters, helping Aviva’s Bulk and Individual Annuity, Equity Release, and Investments business teams navigate complex regulations and strategic initiatives. You’ll draft and negotiate contracts related to new business and distribution, advise on legal risks, and collaborate with colleagues across the legal function and the wider business. This role also involves tracking legal developments that impact our industry and working closely with senior legal leaders to manage key risks.

Skills and experience we’re looking for:

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX, authorised to practice in the UK.
Knowledge of pensions, annuities, and/or equity release (desirable but not essential).
Strong ability to manage projects, negotiate contracts, and collaborate with stakeholders.
Commercial mindset with a proactive approach to learning and problem-solving.
Excellent communication and analytical skills.

What you’ll get for this role:

Salary – National Circa £55,000 - £60,000 / London Circa £75,000 - £80,000 (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications)
Bonus opportunity - 10% of annual salary, actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s
Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in
29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days
Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts
Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme
Outstandingly supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave
Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work
Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others
We take your well-being seriously with lots of support and tools

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Aviva is for everyone:

We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don’t, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.

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We interview every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job. Once you’ve applied, please send us an email stating that you have a disclosed disability, and we’ll interview you.

We’d love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, please send an email to anna.bui@aviva.com

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What You Should Know About Legal Counsel, Aviva

Aviva is on the lookout for a passionate and motivated Legal Counsel in York to join our dynamic UK Retirement legal team. If you're a junior lawyer eager to make your mark in the financial services sector, this is your chance! In this role, you'll have the opportunity to dive into the fascinating world of financial legislation, focusing on pensions, annuities, and equity release. Your responsibilities will include providing invaluable legal advice, drafting and negotiating contracts, and collaborating closely with various business teams. Every day presents a chance to engage with strategic legal matters that have a significant impact on our operations. We highly value your proactive approach and ability to navigate complex regulations while managing legal risks effectively. At Aviva, we believe in nurturing talent, so you'll get to work alongside experienced legal professionals who will support you as you grow in your career. And let’s not forget about the impressive benefits like a competitive salary, generous holidays, a robust pension scheme, and even the opportunity to earn Aviva shares! We proudly celebrate diversity and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. So, if you're ready for the next step in your career as a Legal Counsel, we can’t wait to hear from you!

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What are the key responsibilities of a Legal Counsel at Aviva?

As a Legal Counsel at Aviva, your key responsibilities include providing legal advice on various matters, especially related to pensions, annuities, and equity release. You will draft and negotiate contracts, assess legal risks, and collaborate with business teams to ensure compliance with complex regulations. You will track legal developments impacting the sector and work closely with senior legal leaders.