AVP, Counsel

Arch Insurance Group Inc.; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 144,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & Vision

401k with match

Paid time off 20 days

12 paid holidays per year

Job summary

Arch Insurance Group Inc. is seeking an AVP, Counsel to join its Legal team in North America. The role provides holistic legal support to the insurance business units, including litigation-related guidance and strategic oversight.

The ideal candidate has a J.D., bar admission, and 7+ years in a major law firm with insurance exposure. The position involves collaboration with underwriting, operations, and other departments to align on goals and initiatives.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Admitted to practice in at least one state.
• At least 7 years in a major law firm with exposure to insurance work.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with underwriting to help the business unit meet annual goals and objectives.
• Advise on structuring business relationships, new product development, marketing efforts and other activities.
• Work with underwriting, reinsurance, marketing, claims, finance, tax, technology and HR as appropriate.
• Provide legal counsel on the activities of specified insurance units, claims, and client groups.
• Support acquisitions and strategic investments with due diligence and guidance.
• Develop and implement initiatives to reduce legal exposure and improve department efficiency.
• Oversee and coordinate with outside counsel to ensure high-quality pleadings, briefs, and strategy.
• Contribute timely input to senior leadership for quarterly legal reports and KPIs.

Skills

Legal leadership

Contract negotiation

Insurance law

Communication

Strategic advisory

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Bar admission in at least one state

Job description

With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest potential. Our work is the catalyst that helps others achieve their goals. In short, We Enable Possibility.

Position Summary

The AVP, Counsel will be a member of Arch Insurance Group Inc.’s Legal team, which provides holistic legal support to our North American insurance business, including business unit support and related litigation.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Operate in partnership with the company’s underwriting team to assist assigned business unit(s) in achieving their annual goals and objectives.
• Advise on structuring business relationships, new product development, marketing efforts and other business activities.
• Work in partnership with the company’s operational areas, including, as appropriate, underwriting, reinsurance, marketing, claims, finance, tax, technology and human resources.
• Provide legal counsel and guidance on the ordinary and special activities of specified insurance business unit(s), the claims department, and other client groups.
• Provide legal support, due diligence, and advice regarding acquisitions and strategic investments.
• Participate in the development and implementation of department initiatives to achieve efficiency and reduction or elimination of legal exposure.
• Provide oversight and support to the Claims Department as required on matters related to assigned business unit(s).
• Manage and collaborate with outside counsel to ensure high-quality written work product is filed on behalf of AIGI, including coordination of internal resources, review and approval of pleadings and briefs, legal analysis and formulation of strategy.
• Support internal projects as needed; provide timely and concise input to senior leadership for quarterly legal reports, team KPIs, strategic initiatives, etc.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong initiative and work ethic;
• Focused attention to detail and honed analytical skills;
• Superior oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently;
• Flexibility and a willingness to adapt to changing needs of the organization and/or business clients;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to deliver creative and well-reasoned plans to resolve challenges and to execute on such plans;
• Ability to motivate and supervise paralegal and administrative staff;
• Interact positively and professionally with all levels of management, and clients

Education/Experience

• J.D. from an accredited law school and strong academic credentials.

• Admitted to practice in at least one state.

• At least 7 years of major law firm experience, and will have some exposure to the insurance business and/or insurance-related legal work.

• Experience with small commercial package policies, Business Owner Policies (BOP), and Delegated Authority / Programs business is a plus.

For individuals assigned or hired to work in the location(s) indicated below, the base salary range is provided. Range is as of the time of posting. Position is incentive eligible.

$144,000 - $195,000/year

• Total individual compensation (base salary, short & long-term incentives) offered will take into account a number of factors including but not limited to geographic location, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications, talent availability & specialization as well as business needs. The above pay range may be modified in the future.

• Arch is committed to helping employees succeed through our comprehensive benefits package that includes multiple medical plans plus dental, vision and prescription drug coverage; a competitive 401k with generous matching; PTO beginning at 20 days per year; up to 12 paid company holidays per year plus 2 paid days of Volunteer Time Offer; basic Life and AD&D Insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability; Paid Parental Leave of up to 10 weeks; Student Loan Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement, Backup Child and Elder Care; and more. Click here to learn more on available benefits.

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