Assistant General Counsel, North America

About the role

AIG North America Alternative Channels sells innovative multiline commercial property and casualty coverages through alternative distribution channels, primarily through managing general agents, group captives and fronting arrangements. We are seeking an Assistant General Counsel in AIG’s Global Legal, Compliance and Regulatory group (“GLCR”) who will serve as a trusted advisor to this diverse and fast-paced business unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal advice to North America Alternative Channels insurance executives and underwriters with respect to transactional, regulatory, legal and compliance matters affecting the business unit and the organization more broadly;
• Collaborate with business stakeholders with respect to negotiating, drafting and reviewing MGA and other distribution agreements, captive insurance agreements, policy wordings and endorsements (in collaboration with other GLCR colleagues, as applicable), applications, policyholder notices, ancillary agreements and advertising and marketing materials, primarily in connection with the following product lines: property, general liability, inland marine, commercial auto, professional liability, directors and officer’s liability, employee practices liability, crime, umbrella and cyber;
• Research and review of legal and regulatory issues impacting North America Alternative Channels products;
• Collaborate with Regulatory and other GLCR colleagues to address regulatory matters impacting North America Alternative Channels, including the countrywide filing of forms and rates, responses to inquiries on insurance regulatory issues and resolution of regulatory and consumer complaints.

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of experience in either a law firm or in-house legal department. Willingness to obtain deep familiarity with MGAs and captive insurers, as well as commercial property and casualty products is strongly preferred.
• JD from an accredited law school and strong academic credentials.
• Admitted to practice in at least one state.

Qualifications

• Excellent drafting, negotiating and problem-solving skills.
• Strong initiative and work ethic.
• Focused attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work positively and collaboratively with other colleagues.
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs of the organization and business partners and to think creatively.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent drafting, negotiating and problem-solving skills.
• Strong initiative and work ethic.
• Focused attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work positively and collaboratively with other colleagues.
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs of the organization and business partners and to think creatively.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

We’re proud to offer a range of competitive benefits a summary of which can be viewed here: 2026 Benefits Overview 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.