
Associate General Counsel – U.S. Retail Brokerage
Howden Insurance Brokers Limited
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: New York City • Florida • New York • United States
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Salary
💰 $275,000 - $350,000 per year
About the role
- Support the General Counsel in serving as a legal advisor to the U.S. retail insurance brokerage business
- Act as a trusted advisor to the U.S. leadership team, contributing to business strategy
- Assist in developing and implementing legal policies, procedures, and frameworks
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as industry-specific regulations
- Help in managing U.S.-based litigation and disputes
- Work closely with the General Counsel to help build and mentor the U.S. legal team
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school
- Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- Minimum of 10 years of post-qualification experience (PQE)
- Strong background in U.S. insurance, commercial, and regulatory law
- Deep knowledge of the insurance retail insurance brokerage landscape
- Experience in private equity-backed businesses or similarly dynamic, fast-paced environments
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including healthcare savings and reimbursement accounts
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Flexible Paid Time Off and paid parental leave
- Life and Disability insurance
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Hard Skills & Tools
Juris Doctorlegal policiescompliancelitigation managementdispute resolutionregulatory lawinsurance lawcommercial lawprivate equitybusiness strategy
Soft Skills
trusted advisormentoringleadershipcollaborationstrategic thinking
Certifications
active license to practice law