Director of Legal at Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

Position Director of Legal
Posted 24 May 2026
Expired 23 Jun 2026
Company Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Location Birmingham | GB
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Job Description

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Your new company
\nThis organisation is a purpose-led, UK-wide organisation operating in a highly regulated environment, entrusted with safeguarding the futures and peace of mind of families across the country. As a regulated provider with a long-standing heritage, the business carries significant responsibility for financial security, legal integrity, and long-term sustainability.
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\nYour new role
\nAs a Director of Legal & Company Secretary, you will hold a critical leadership position at the centre of the organisation. You will lead the Legal and Company Secretarial function, providing clear and commercially focused legal advice while ensuring robust governance and regulatory compliance across the business. You will support the Board and its Committees, Executive Directors, and senior stakeholders across the wider group.
\nYour remit will span commercial contracts, corporate governance, regulatory matters, data protection, insurance, and compliance. Alongside your legal responsibilities, you will act as Company Secretary, overseeing statutory obligations, governance processes, Board administration, and committee support.
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\nWhat you'll need to succeed
\nTo be successful in this role, you will bring a blend of technical expertise, strategic insight, and strong personal credibility. You will have:

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  • Qualification as a Solicitor, and significant post-qualification experience in commercial law, ideally gained within financial services or another highly regulated sector
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  • Proven experience operating as Company Secretary, supporting Boards and Committees with governance, compliance, and best practice
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  • Strong working knowledge of data protection and GDPR, including hands-on implementation and risk management
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  • Experience overseeing insurance portfolios and supporting broader compliance functions
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  • The ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly and pragmatically to senior non-legal stakeholders
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  • High professional integrity and a genuine commitment to operating within a purpose-driven, people-focused environment
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\nWhat you'll get in return
\nThe role offers:

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  • A senior leadership position with significant influence and visibility
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  • A comprehensive benefits package, including generous holiday allowance, private healthcare, company bonus scheme, and life assurance
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  • Flexible working arrangements
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  • The chance to be part of an organisation committed to long-term sustainability, collaboration, and care
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\nWhat you need to do now
\nIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV,

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Job Info:

  • Company: Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
  • Position: Director of Legal
  • Work Location: Birmingham
  • Country: GB

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