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Core Specialty is seeking a Corporate Counsel who enjoys a variety of work and to solve problems working in a fast-paced environment within a changing landscape. In this position, the incumbent will act as in-house attorney providing legal guidance on a range of matters including reinsurance, compliance related topics as well as lead/participate on special projects.
Key Accountabilities/Deliverables:
Independently plan for and execute special projects as they arise
Work closely with the compliance department in relation to changing requirements and in addressing ongoing compliance concerns
Review, draft and negotiate vendor agreements
Review, draft and negotiate assumed and ceded reinsurance
Provide corporate legal advice to various entities and operational areas
Provide timely/efficient responses to internal clients
Review NDAs
Assist in the preparation of corporate policies and procedures
Technical Knowledge and Understanding:
Working knowledge of the excess and admitted US property casualty insurance industry
Deep knowledge of legal and contractual principles and practices relating to insurance.
Strong understanding of P&C products.
Strong analytical, communication and writing skills.
Ability to provide creative solutions to complex issues and pivot quickly.
Experience:
Law degree from an ABA accredited law school
State bar admission, with ability to obtain limited in-house admission as necessary to fulfil applicable state registration requirements
6+ years’ experience either in-house or as outside counsel providing support to insurance industry clients
Experience researching regulatory matters across all US jurisdictions
Experience with P&C compliance matters
Experience with reinsurance contracts
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over work authorization sponsorship now or in the future for this position.
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At Core Specialty, you will receive a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and advancement. We offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurances; short and long-term disability; a Company-match of 100% of a 6% contribution 401(k) plan; an Employee Assistance Plan; Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and a wellness program
Skills Required
- Law degree from an ABA accredited law school
- State bar admission
- 6+ years' experience in-house or outside counsel
- Experience researching regulatory matters across all US jurisdictions
- Experience with P&C compliance matters
- Experience with reinsurance contracts
What We Do
Core Specialty, through its subsidiary insurers, offers a diversified range of property, casualty, and marine insurance products for small to mid-sized businesses. We have the capital to take on risk, the underwriting talent in place, decisive leadership team, infrastructure, and a proven track record of making things happen – fast! When you’re ready to solve your toughest insurance needs, we’re ready to get it done for you. We free customers up to focus on their business by taking the load of complicated specialty insurance off their hands. We break down the walls of bureaucracy to provide optimal underwriting solutions for brokers. We’re ready, equipped, and motivated to get the job done, efficiently and professionally, by empowering experts with what they need to move quickly on behalf of customers and their brokers. Our specialty focus is the essential part of our identity. It is at our core
