Associate General Counsel

Who we are:



American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. Building on 100 years of experience, today AIG member companies provide a wide range of property casualty insurance, life insurance, retirement solutions, and other financial services to customers in more than 80 countries and jurisdictions. These diverse offerings include products and services that help businesses and individuals protect their assets, manage risks, and provide for retirement security.







About the Role:



Reporting to the Head of North America Insurance Legal, and as part of the senior leadership within the North America Insurance Legal team, this role will provide day-to-day legal business partner support to the Chief Executive Officer and senior leadership team of Lexington Insurance Company, AIG’s leading flagship Excess and Surplus Lines insurance carrier in North America. This role will also provide support to AIG’s leading North America Retail Property organization. This position will allow you to meaningfully impact the growth and success of these business units and contribute as a leader within the North America Legal team.







Responsibilities:





+ Providing day-to-day legal business partner support to Lexington Insurance Company and AIG’s North America Retail Property organization, as well as providing advice and business oriented legal strategies to surplus lines and admitted property and casualty insurance executives and underwriters with respect to transactional, regulatory, legal and compliance matters impacting the business objectives of the organization more broadly;



+ Working collaboratively with business stakeholders and product centers of expertise with respect to negotiating, drafting and/or reviewing insurance policies, endorsements, applications, policyholder notices, ancillary agreements and advertising and marketing materials in connection with various insurance coverages;



+ Assuming a senior leadership role within the North America Insurance Legal team, leading and mentoring a team of legal professionals supporting our Lexington Insurance Company, Western World and North America Retail Property organizations, unlocking the full potential in each colleague and empowering our people to grow as legal and insurance professionals and add more value to our customers and AIG.



+ Researching, analyzing and monitoring the legal/regulatory issues and trends impacting or potentially impacting surplus lines and admitted products and distribution of same, and acting as a subject matter expert and thought leader with respect to these issues;



+ Leveraging product line subject matter expertise and knowledge of our business, collaborate with regulatory colleagues to address regulatory matters impacting the relevant business units, including responses to inquiries on insurance regulatory issues and resolution of regulatory and customer complaints; and



+ Gaining a thorough understanding of AIG’s Excess and Surplus Lines and North America Retail Property businesses and the markets in which they operate.

















Education and Experience:





+ Familiarity with surplus lines-specific legal issues across property and casualty insurance products, the business of insurance and insurance regulation.



+ 7+ years of experience in either a law firm or in-house legal department.



+ JD from an accredited law school and strong academic credentials.



+ Admitted to practice in at least one state.









Skills and Abilities:





+ Proven collaborative leadership skills;



+ 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.









A look at our benefits



At AIG, we have a 100-year legacy of working to make the world a better place. And that begins with our employees. We’re proud to offer a range of employee benefits and resources that help you protect what matters most – your health care, savings, financial protection, and wellbeing. We provide a variety of leaves for personal, health, family, and military needs. For example, the “Giving Back” program allows you to take up to 16 hours a year to volunteer in your community.







We also believe in fostering our employees’ development and offer a range of learning opportunities for employees to hone their professional skills to position themselves for the next steps of their careers. AIG also has a tuition reimbursement program for eligible employees to enhance their education, skills, and knowledge in areas that relate to their current position or future positions to which they may transfer or progress.







We are an Equal Opportunity Employer



It has been and will continue to be the policy of American International Group, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide 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.







At AIG, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission – creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives.







For positions based in New York, the base salary range is $231,000-$289,000 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 (https://sprcdn-assets.sprinklr.com/248/c93e06c6-6661-4d7d-9e44-0b1edfc3704e-1908744075/New\_Hire\_Benefits\_Overview.pdf) .











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 [email protected].

































Functional Area:















LG - Legal, Regulatory & Gov't Affairs







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