Assistant General Counsel II

American International Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant General Counsel II to provide crucial legal advice and support for Financial Lines insurance. This role involves collaborating with business stakeholders to draft and review essential legal documents, ensuring compliance with regulations, and addressing legal issues impacting the organization. Join a dynamic team that values in-person collaboration and fosters a culture of inclusion, where your contributions will help shape innovative insurance solutions. This is a unique opportunity to advance your career while making a meaningful impact on clients and communities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Volunteer Time Off

Matching Grants Programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department required.
• Familiarity with Financial Lines coverages and insurance regulation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on transactional and regulatory matters.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on drafting and reviewing insurance policies.

Skills

Legal Advice

Negotiation

Drafting Skills

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

JD from an accredited law school

5+ years of experience in law

Job description

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Assistant General Counsel II

Apply locations NY-New York GA-Atlanta time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR2502149

Position Description:

Primary responsibilities for this positioninclude:

• Providing day-to-day legal advice to Financial Lines insurance executives and underwriters with respect to transactional, regulatory, legal and compliance matters impacting the business unit and the organization more broadly;
• Working collaboratively with business stakeholders and product center of excellence with respect to negotiating, drafting and/or reviewing insurance policies, endorsements, applications, warranties, policyholder notices, ancillary agreements and advertising and marketing materials in connection with the following product lines: directors & officers (D&O) liability, professional liability, cyber liability, employment practices liability, fiduciary liability, crime/fidelity and kidnap & ransom insurance;
• Research and review of legal/regulatory issues impacting or potentially impacting Financial Lines products; and
• Working collaboratively with Regulatory colleagues to address regulatory matters impacting Financial Lines, including the countrywide filing of forms and rates, responses to inquiries on insurance regulatory issues and resolution of regulatory and consumer complaints.

Education and Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in either a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Familiarity with Financial Lines coverages, the business of insurance and insurance regulation is strongly preferred.
• JD from an accredited law school and strong academic credentials.
• Admitted to practice in at least one state.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong initiative and work ethic;
• Focused attention to detail and honed analytical, drafting and problem-solving skills;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work collaboratively with other Legal department colleagues;
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently;
• Ability to adapt to changing needs of the organization and/or business clients and to think creatively;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment; and
• Sound legal and business judgment.

For positions based in New York, the base salary range is $140,240-$175,300 and the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. In addition, we’re proud to offer a range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here: US Benefits Overview

At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters

At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

Welcome to a culture of inclusion

We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.

AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.

AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail] .

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