VP, Assistant General Counsel, Global Markets Legal & Compliance Group (London)

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VP, Assistant General Counsel, Global Markets Legal & Compliance Group, London

Client:

Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

0a785a943c58

Job Views:

4

Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Draft policy forms and endorsements.
• Analyze terms of new/renewal business to identify exposures, document underwriting intent, and ensure compliance with corporate guidelines.
• Maintain knowledge of current business activities, laws, regulations, and judicial developments affecting the company.
• Review, draft, and negotiate underwriting agreements, nondisclosure agreements, and other contracts aligning with company policies and risk appetite.
• Support the improvement of standard agreements and legal processes, and assist in policy development and implementation.
• Provide legal support to underwriters on submissions and coverage issues.
• Assist claims personnel on coverage and procedural matters.
• Manage standard policy wordings and endorsements for ceded facultative reinsurance across all lines of business.
• Coordinate with the Legal Department and communicate guidance internally.

Qualifications

Person Specification:

• English-qualified solicitor or barrister.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience, including at least 4 years in insurance or reinsurance coverage litigation or arbitration.
• In-house experience within an insurance company or Lloyd's is advantageous.
• Experience in drafting commercial insurance contracts.
• Strong analytical and technical skills.
• Ability to understand key business issues and operational objectives quickly.
• Effective communicator of complex messages, both written and oral.
• Good interpersonal skills and team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, conflicting priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Adherence to local regulatory standards applicable to the role.

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