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Associate Counsel - Excess Casualty and Financial Lines Products 

AIG’s Global Legal, Compliance, Regulatory and Government Affairs (GLCR) department is comprised of attorneys and other professionals providing high-quality advisory and transactional support with integrity and objectivity across all parts of the organization. The team ensures an operating environment that minimizes legal, regulatory and reputational risks and complies with all laws and regulations and AIG policies & procedures.

This is a global, diverse and award-winning team that has been recognized for its leadership and innovative solutions. You will also be eligible to participate in AIG’s award-winning pro bono program.

AIG is GLCR department is looking for an attorney to serve as an Associate Counsel - Excess Casualty and Financial Lines Products in New York, NY.

Position Description: 

Primary responsibilities for this position include:

• Providing day-to-day legal advice to Excess Casualty and Financial Lines executives and underwriters with respect to transactional, regulatory, legal and compliance matters. 

• Advising and supporting business partners on regulatory compliance, conducting legal research, and negotiating, drafting and/or reviewing insurance policies, endorsements, applications, warranties, policyholder notices, ancillary agreements and advertising and marketing materials in connection with various Excess Casualty and Financial Lines coverages.  
• The person will also partner with regulatory personnel to address regulatory matters impacting the relevant business units, including the countrywide filing of forms and rates, responses to inquiries on insurance regulatory issues, and resolution of regulatory and consumer complaints.

Education/Experience: 

• 2+ 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.

• Familiarity with the business of insurance and insurance regulation is preferred.

Skills & Abilities: 

• Strong initiative and work ethic;

• Focused attention to detail and honed analytical skills;

• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills;

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and legal research skills;

• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently;

• Ability 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;

• Sound legal and business judgment; and

• Willingness to be mentored and trained to meet the needs of the organization.

Veterans are encouraged to apply.

About AIG

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. AIG member companies provide a wide range of property casualty insurance, life insurance, retirement solutions and other financial services to customers in approximately 70 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. What unites us across all of these offerings is our commitment to helping individuals, businesses and communities prepare for and respond to times of uncertainty. Whether serving those facing natural disasters or millions of Americans striving for a financially secure retirement, we have the specialist expertise to help clients better manage risk. We’re also committed to doing the right thing for our people and the communities where we work and live. It’s why we seek to offer what matters to our ever-diversifying team - like flexible and creative work environments, professional growth opportunities and forums to advocate for one another and incite change. We encourage employees to give back to the causes they care most about, supporting these efforts through our Volunteer Time Off and Matching Grants Programs.

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