Associate General Counsel, Reinsurance Legal

American International Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 191,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm seeks an Associate General Counsel for its Reinsurance Legal Team. This role involves providing legal support for reinsurance transactions globally and requires a Juris Doctor with extensive legal experience. Ideal candidates excel in negotiation and project management while navigating complex legal landscapes.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits

Financial and professional development support

Potential bonuses

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor and U.S. state bar admission required.
• Minimum 4+ years of legal experience in law firm and/or in-house counsel.
• Experience with (re)insurance matters preferred.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate legal aspects of ceded reinsurance treaty programs worldwide.
• Advise on reinsurance-related transactions including M&A and regulatory compliance.
• Draft and negotiate reinsurance documentation for global programs.

Skills

Negotiation

Legal Analysis

Project Management

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Associate General Counsel, Reinsurance Legal

Apply locations: NY-New York, MA-Boston, PA-Philadelphia

Full time | Posted 7 Days Ago | Job requisition id: JR2502361

We are seeking an experienced attorney to join the Reinsurance Legal Team within General Insurance (GI) at AIG.

The team provides high-quality advisory, transactional, and regulatory support on ceded and assumed reinsurance matters globally. This role supports time-sensitive, high-visibility projects that are key to AIG’s strategic initiatives. The position reports to the Deputy General Counsel for Reinsurance.

As a leader, you are respected for your technical expertise and ability to oversee programs and processes. You balance the needs of multiple stakeholders and take ownership of key outcomes. The successful candidate will work on a variety of matters and interact with senior business leaders at AIG. Responsibilities include:

1. Negotiating the legal aspects of GI’s ceded reinsurance treaty programs worldwide.
2. Advising on reinsurance-related strategic transactions, including M&A, capital markets, and insurance-linked securities (ILS).
3. Advising on ceded and assumed facultative reinsurance transactions.
4. Analyzing contractual aspects of internal reinsurance arrangements.
5. Structuring and implementing reinsurance aspects of complex multinational programs.
6. Drafting and negotiating reinsurance and collateral documentation for global captive reinsurance programs.
7. Collaborating with global attorneys to address legal, regulatory, and compliance issues related to reinsurance.

Requirements:

1. Juris Doctor and U.S. state bar admission.
2. Minimum 4+ years of legal experience, with law firm and/or in-house counsel background.
3. Experience with (re)insurance matters and related corporate transactions preferred.
4. Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
5. Ability to work collaboratively across a global organization and independently.

Compensation for positions based in New York ranges from $191,000 to $204,000, plus potential bonuses and benefits. Details of benefits are available in the US Benefits Overview.

At AIG, we value in-person collaboration to foster a supportive and connected environment.

Benefits: Our Total Rewards Program offers comprehensive health, wellbeing, financial, and professional development benefits to support you and your family.

About AIG: AIG is a global leader in insurance solutions, committed to innovation, supporting communities, and investing in our people through continuous learning and development.

Inclusion: We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural activities, and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].

We may conduct criminal background checks after a conditional offer. For Philadelphia-specific laws, see: Philadelphia Law.