VP, Assistant General Counsel, Global Markets Legal & Compliance Group

Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company seeks a VP, Assistant General Counsel for the Global Markets Legal & Compliance Group in London. This role involves drafting contracts, managing legal compliance, and providing legal support to underwriting and claims teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in insurance law and strong analytical skills, contributing to the company's risk management and legal strategies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years' experience, including at least 4 years in insurance or reinsurance litigation.
• In-house experience within an insurance company or Lloyd's is advantageous.
• Experience in drafting commercial insurance contracts.

Responsibilities

• Draft policy forms and endorsements.
• Analyze terms of new/renewal business for compliance.
• Provide legal support to underwriters.

Skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

English-qualified solicitor or barrister

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VP, Assistant General Counsel, Global Markets Legal & Compliance Group, London

Client:

Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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4

Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Draft policy forms and endorsements.
• Analyze terms of new/renewal business to identify exposures, document underwriting intent, and ensure compliance with corporate guidelines.
• Maintain knowledge of current business activities, laws, regulations, and judicial developments affecting the company.
• Review, draft, and negotiate underwriting agreements, nondisclosure agreements, and other contracts aligning with company policies and risk appetite.
• Support the improvement of standard agreements and legal processes, and assist in policy development and implementation.
• Provide legal support to underwriters on submissions and coverage issues.
• Assist claims personnel on coverage and procedural matters.
• Manage standard policy wordings and endorsements for ceded facultative reinsurance across all lines of business.
• Coordinate with the Legal Department and communicate guidance internally.

Qualifications

Person Specification:

• English-qualified solicitor or barrister.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience, including at least 4 years in insurance or reinsurance coverage litigation or arbitration.
• In-house experience within an insurance company or Lloyd's is advantageous.
• Experience in drafting commercial insurance contracts.
• Strong analytical and technical skills.
• Ability to understand key business issues and operational objectives quickly.
• Effective communicator of complex messages, both written and oral.
• Good interpersonal skills and team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, conflicting priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Adherence to local regulatory standards applicable to the role.

Job ID 2500001J