Deputy General Counsel, Legal Corporate, Transactional & Reinsurance
Our client, a leading P&C Reinsurance business are hiring for a new Deputy General Counsel to join their leading business…
The Opportunity
This role provides strategic leadership of legal services and coordination on compliance matters supporting designated corporate functions and reinsurance businesses and other designated enterprise legal functions. Acts as a senior legal advisor to executive leadership, ensuring legal support is delivered in a practical, business-oriented manner while aligning with regulatory obligations and enterprise objectives.
The role has direct oversight responsibility for the companies regional Enterprise Transactions, Privacy and Reinsurance functions and acts as the primary legal advisor to the Chief Financial Officer and their Financial and Management Reporting organization. The role includes significant involvement in mergers and acquisitions transactions, investments and financial matters, designated entities’ corporate and board governance and (re)insurance matters. In coordination with the Head of Compliance, North America, the role supports an effective governance and control environment for the businesses and functions it serves.
Responsibilities:
- Lead U.S. legal work for acquisition/divestitures, integration and service orders, oversee due diligence and antitrust filings and, if needed, CFIUS filings. Coordinate closely with Group Compliance & Legal.
- Negotiate and close alternative equity, debt and securities lending transactions, advise the business on statutory accounting and capital treatment, lead or oversee alternative investment reorganization and capital contributions to all U.S. affiliates.
- Provide strategic legal guidance to executive leadership and oversight in general corporate and corporate governance matters for the Reinsurance arm of the business and wider Corporation.
- Lead and oversee legal support for the Reinsurance (treaty and facultative) business, ensuring alignment with Group Legal policies.
- Provide direct leadership and supervision for Legal & Compliance’s regional Enterprise Transactions, Privacy, and Reinsurance functions.
- Support (re)insurance product development, underwriting, distribution structures, and new business initiatives through timely and business-oriented legal advice.
- Serve as key liaison with regulators on mergers and acquisitions transactions and matters impacting Reinsurance operations.
- Manage and support non-claims litigation, regulatory examinations, and corporate legal matters.
- Oversee and/or coordinate guarantees or loan agreements needed to support affiliates’ derivative business.
- Partner with the Head of Compliance, North America on compliance-related matters.
- Lead legal talent management and budget oversight for designated functions and partner with Legal Operations on process improvements to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Serve as the primary legal advisor to the CFO and wider organization.
Qualifications:
Successful candidates will possess the following skills/capabilities:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; eligible for applicable in‑house licensing.
- Substantial experience supporting U.S. (re)insurance and/or insurance businesses as in-house and/or outside counsel. Ten to 15+ years’ experience preferred.
- Proven ability to successfully advise senior executives and manage regulatory interactions.
- Strong understanding of U.S. (re)insurance, commercial filing/market conduct requirements, corporate finance and governance and mergers and acquisitions.
- Proven ability to lead and inspire people, high emotional intelligence and demonstrated success attracting, developing and retaining talent.
- This role requires in-person presence in the Princeton, New Jersey office a minimum of two (2) days/week.
The company are proud to offer their employees, their domestic partners, and their children, a wide range of health and strong insurance benefits.
If interested, please apply for a confidential conversation today!
Job Opportunity: Deputy General Counsel – Legal, Corporate, Transactions & Reinsurance
We are pleased to represent our esteemed client, a leading entity in the Insurance industry, currently seeking an experienced
individual to fill the position of Deputy General Counsel. This vital role is perfect for a professional specialized
in both non-contentious and contentious aspects of insurance law.
Role and Responsibilities
- Provide expert legal support and guidance in various aspects of corporate law, transactions, and reinsurance matters.
- Design and implement comprehensive strategies to manage and mitigate legal risks associated with insurance operations.
- Lead and negotiate major corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships.
- Oversee and manage disputes and litigations, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements within the sector.
- Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders to align corporate strategies with legal requirements.
- Support the general counsel in all aspects of legal operations and departmental management.
Key Skills
- Profound knowledge and experience in insurance law, both contentious and non-contentious matters.
- Strong analytical abilities and a strategic thinker with excellent negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities and a team-oriented approach to manage legal projects.
- Exceptional communication skills and the ability to articulate legal strategies to stakeholders across all levels.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Commitment to maintaining high ethical standards and professionalism.
