Head of Legal, UK & Talbot | London, UK

Head of Legal, UK & Talbot

American International Group, Inc. London, United Kingdom

American International Group, Inc. London, United Kingdom

Head of Legal, UK & Talbot – AIG, London, UK
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 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 financial security.
About the role:
The Legal Group of American International Group, Inc. (NYSE: AIG) is seeking a Head of Legal for the UK and Talbot business in London. This position will report to the Head of International Insurance Legal and be part of the extended leadership of AIG\’s Global Legal, Compliance & Regulatory organization (GLCR).
The Head of Legal, UK & Talbot\’s primary role will be to partner with the Chief Executive Officers of AIG-UK and Talbot Underwriting Limited, respectively, as well as lead the London-based commercial lines legal team of lawyers and legal professionals within GLCR to support the business objectives of our company market and Lloyd\’s based businesses, to ensure swift and compliant execution on the growth initiatives of the UK-based lines of business; to collaborate with the GLCR COEs, and across the functions to achieve legal and regulatory compliance on all group initiatives and objectives.
Specific Responsibilities Include:

• Provide comprehensive legal support to the commercial lines and Lloyd\’s underwriting businesses of AIG and to assist them in executing on compliant strategies to achieve their business objectives
• Coordinate with the Centers of Expertise (COE) heads in GLCR with respect to regulatory, governance, employment, litigation, reinsurance, product underwriting, compliance, data/digital, and all other areas covered by a COE as issues in those areas arise internationally
• Act as the main point of contact for the CEOs of AIG-UK and Talbot Underwriting Limited and the executive leadership teams on all legal matters involving the commercial lines and Lloyd\’s businesses pursuant to the organizational design and division of duties across GLCR
• Anticipate and advise on a wide variety of legal risks associated with AIG\’s UK-based commercial and Lloyd\’s underwriting operations
• Oversee the UK-based legal team in delivering excellent legal support and service to their business clients
• Select and manage outside counsel retained to support relevant business objectives
• Coach, mentor, and develop junior lawyers in the UK-based legal team

Qualifications:

• 12+ years of legal experience with a major international law firm or relevant in-house insurance industry experience, with a demonstrated focus on global or international insurance and reinsurance legal and regulatory issues
• Significant hands-on experience managing and supporting business clients on global or international insurance and reinsurance legal and regulatory matters
• Top academic credentials and excellent written and oral communications skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on collaboration
• Proven leadership abilities
• Experience managing diverse high functioning teams
• Admitted and practicing member of the bar or equivalent legal qualifications, credentials, and licensure

Leadership Skills:

• Client Focused & Collaborative – Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements with and for internal partners and clients. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with internal partners and gains their trust and respect. Viewed as a valuable team member.
• Confident Decision-Maker – Demonstrates sound judgment; great analytical skill set with the ability to instill trust and deliver the desired results.
• Global Leader – Effectively works with multi-cultural and geographically dispersed teams.
• Strategically Agile – Anticipates future consequences and trends. Broad knowledge and perspective. Is future orientated. Creates competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans.
• Organizationally Adept – Knowledgeable about how organizations work. Learns quickly how to get things done through both formal channels and the informal network.
• Results Oriented – Ability to manage multiple initiatives across different business areas at both strategic and tactical levels.
• Honed Executive skills – Strong writing and communications skills. Works well under deadlines. Energized and efficient. Can represent the company internally and externally with executive presence and professionalism.
• Influencer – Possesses strong impact and influencing skills to gain support and commitment from others and mobilize people to act. Persuasive. Ability to drive and achieve results through others. Has the experience and judgment to say what needs to be said or done; provides direct, positive and constructive feedback to others.
• Innovative – Comes up with new and unique ideas. Easily makes connections among previously unrelated ideas. Is a creative problem solver. Can bring different perspectives and fresh ideas together.
• Manages Ambiguity – Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture. Is a strong multi-tasker; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty; can manage multiple and competing priorities. Manages the intersections.

A look at our benefits
At AIG, we have a 100-year legacy of working to make the world a better place. And that begins with our employees. We\’re proud to offer a range of employee benefits and resources that help you protect what matters most – your health care, savings, financial protection, and wellbeing. We provide a variety of leaves for personal, health, family, and military needs. For example, the \”Giving Back\” program allows you to take up to 16 hours a year to volunteer in your community.
We also believe in fostering our employees\’ development and offer a range of learning opportunities for employees to hone their professional skills to position themselves for the next steps of their careers. AIG also has a tuition reimbursement program for eligible employees to enhance their education, skills, and knowledge in areas that relate to their current position or future positions to which they may transfer or progress.
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.
At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.
Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters
At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what\’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security-as well as your professional development-to bring peace of mind to you and your family.
Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world
American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world\’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us – across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.
Welcome to a culture of inclusion
We\’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other\’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG\’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.
AIG provides 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.
AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to
Functional Area:
LG – Legal, Regulatory & Gov\’t Affairs
AIG Europe S.A. (U.K. Service Branch) & American International Group UK Ltd

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