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Posted: 12-Sep-23
Location: New York , New York
Type: Full Time
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Internal Number: JR2304124
Assistant General Counsel – Coverage Litigation (Casualty)
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’s GLCR department is looking for an experienced attorney to serve as Assistant General Counsel in New York, NY managing casualty-side insurance coverage litigation and providing coverage advice to the claims organization.
Job Description:
- Manage a litigation docket consisting of coverage litigation matters involving casualty policies issued to commercial insureds in all fifty states and abroad;
- Manage and partner with outside counsel to ensure high-quality written work product is filed on behalf of the AIG member insurance companies;
- Make strategic decisions with a focus on consistency and the big picture;
- Proactively develop case resolution plans and recommendations;
- Evaluate and make smart, sensible recommendations regarding the filing of potential coverage litigation on behalf of the AIG member insurance companies;
- Collaborate with our business partners in the claims organization on strategic and financial decisions, and to provide coverage advice in advance of litigation;
- Travel within the fifty states or internationally for mediations, trials, and oral arguments; and
- Report to an Associate General Counsel, who has close oversight of the matters handled on their team.
Veterans are encouraged to apply.
The base salary range is $115,000.00 - $170,000.00, 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: AIG Benefits Overview.
Education/Experience:
- Attorney with at least six years of major law firm experience strongly preferred;
- J.D. from an accredited law school and strong academic credentials;
- Admitted to practice in at least one state;
- Litigation and insurance coverage experience is required; and
- In-house experience is useful but not required.
To succeed in this position, the successful candidate must possess the following skills:
- Strong initiative and work ethic;
- Focused attention to detail and honed analytical skills;
- Superior oral and written communication skills;
- Strong interpersonal 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 thrive in an environment where coordination and teamwork is a priority while also being committed to individual accountability and results;
- Ability to motivate and supervise paralegal and administrative staff;
- Willingness to be mentored and trained to meet the needs of the organization; and
- Sound legal and business judgment.
