Assistant General Counsel, Bad Faith Litigation

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.

Get to know the business:

AIG’s Global Legal, Compliance, Regulatory and Government Affairs (GLCR) 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, complies with all laws and regulations, and enforces AIG policies and procedures.

This is a global, diverse and award-winning team that has been recognized for its leadership and innovative solutions. You will also be eligible to participate in AIG’s award-winning pro bono program.

AIG’s GLCR department is looking for an experienced attorney to serve as an Assistant General Counsel managing bad faith litigation and providing advice to AIG’s claims organization in the New York office.  

Specific Responsibilities Include:

The primary purpose of the position is to manage an active litigation docket consisting of bad faith and extra-contractual matters arising from the handling of claims under casualty, financial lines, property and specialty policies issued to commercial and personal lines insureds. The attorney will also be responsible for providing timely advice to claim handlers in order to avoid and/or mitigate extra-contractual exposures.

• Manage an active litigation docket consisting of bad faith and extra contractual matters;
• Develop resolution strategies and make recommendations to senior management;
• Direct and supervise outside counsel with respect to the implementation of litigation strategies;

• Ensure that high-quality written work product is filed on behalf of the AIG member insurance companies;
• Collaborate with business partners in the claims organization on strategic decisions and provide timely advice to claim handlers to avoid and/or mitigate bad faith exposure;
• Prepare and conduct regularly scheduled training presentations to claim handlers.
• On occasion and as necessary, travel for mediations, trials;

Education / Experience:

• Attorney with at least 7+ years of law firm litigation experience strongly preferred;
• J.D. from an accredited law school and strong academic credentials;
• Admitted to practice in at least one state;
• Litigation experience should include preparing witnesses for, taking, and defending depositions, as well as drafting and arguing dispositive motions;
• Trial experience very useful but not required
• In-house experience with another insurer is also useful but not required.

To succeed in this position, the successful candidate must possess the following skills:

• Strong initiative and work ethic;
• Focused attention to detail and honed analytical skills;
• Superior oral and written communication skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently;
• Flexibility and a willingness to adapt to changing needs of the organization and/or business clients;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to deliver creative and well-reasoned plans to resolve challenges and to execute on such plans;
• Ability to thrive in an environment where coordination and teamwork is a priority while also being committed to individual accountability and results;
• Willingness to be mentored and trained to meet the needs of the organization; and
• Sound legal and business judgment.

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.

For positions based in New York, the base salary range is $171,000-$212,000. Your actual compensation will be dependent on your skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition, the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. In addition, we’re proud to offer a range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here: US Benefits

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 candidatecare@aig.com.

Functional Area:

LG - Legal, Regulatory & Gov't AffairsAIG Claims, Inc.