Job Description

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.

Get to know the business

Life and Retirement is a unique franchise that brings together a broad portfolio of life insurance, retirement and institutional products offered through an extensive, multichannel distribution network. It holds longstanding, leading market positions in many of the markets it serves in the U.S.

AIGs Global Legal, Compliance, Regulatory and Government Affairs 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 able to participate in AIGs award-winning pro bono program.

About the role

AIG is one of the largest insurance organizations in the United States and a leader in todays financial services marketplace. We believe that our success depends on a world class team. If you would like to be part of this exciting organization, we invite you to consider putting your talents to work in our outstanding legal department.

In this challenging and dynamic role, you will have the opportunity to provide advice, counsel and guidance with respect to the broad range of legal and regulatory issues within our Individual Retirement business. We are seeking an experienced attorney well versed in the legal and regulatory issues impacting annuity products. This position will report to the Deputy General Counsel, Individual Retirement.

Here are the performance objectives for this position:

* You will be working on all aspects of legal support for annuities: product manufacturing including research and development, operations, marketing, and compliance with state and federal law. This includes drafting and review of insurance contracts filed with the state insurance departments. Additional activities will include support of all disclosure practices including advising traditional and digital marketing areas, producer and policy holder call centers, policy owner servicing and claims administration.
* The role includes general contract review, contract drafting and negotiation in relation to ordinary course transactions and business initiatives, drafting of policies and procedures in relation to corporate and business unit initiatives, support of state legislation tracking and related matters, and special projects.
* You will work collaboratively with peers across Legal, Compliance and other control functions to ensure philosophical consistencies of approach and practice across diverse business lines and legal entities.
* Maintain and grow in-depth knowledge of the business and its activities in order to ensure adequate legal oversight and resources as the business needs evolve over time; advise on emerging legal issues.
* Provide recommendations as to early dispute resolutions in an effort to avoid litigation.

What you need to know:

* Minimum of 8 years of experience as a lawyer in the life insurance/annuity or related industry, in house and/or private practice, a focus on annuities preferred including demonstrated knowledge of one or more of the following: product design and development; operations related to financial products (claims, new business, policyholder services, and underwriting); and the marketing/sales of life insurance products;
* Self-starter initiative with the ability to meet and exceed deadlines, prioritize, multi-task, and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced, changing environment.
* Ability to work on matters requiring focus, attention to detail and execution.
* Proven problem-solving skills that demonstrate creativity and commitment to core values.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Proven ability to influence others with respect and integrity.
* Good business acumen.
* Demonstrated ability to balance thoughtful decision making with careful and timely execution.
* Excellent project management, organizational, written, verbal and presentation skills.
* Prior experience with a large multinational law firm and/or in-house legal department.
* B.A./B.S. and J.D.
* Admittance to at least one state bar.

What our employees like most about working for AIG

* We care about your professional development. Our career progression program will provide you with the opportunity to develop your skills, strengthen your productivity and be eligible to progressively advance to positions with an increased responsibility and increased compensation.
* Our Giving Back policy is at the core of our daily operations and guides our future progress. Dont believe us? We put our money where our mouth is! AIG will give you up to 16 hours a year paid time off to volunteer in the community.
* Our people are our most important asset therefore we provide a generous benefits plan and competitive pay.

Benefit package includes:

* Paid Time Off (AIG recognizes the importance of work life balance). We offer 24 PTO days to start. YES, 24!
* 9 paid holidays per calendar year.
* A 401(k) Retirement Plan which will be HARD TO BEAT. Our 401K - $1 for $1 match up to 6% with immediate vesting, plus AIG automatically contributes an additional 3% into your 401K regardless of if you enroll or not.

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.

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.

To learn more please visit: https://www.aig.com/about-us/diversity-equity-and-inclusion

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

Functional Area:

LG - Legal, Regulatory & Gov't Affairs

Estimated Travel Percentage (%): Up to 25%

Relocation Provided: No

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