Everest is a global leader in risk management rooted in a rich 50 year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk growth progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.
This position will be based in our London office with a hybrid schedule that has the option of working two days remotely each week.
Team Overview
Reporting directly to the Vice President Associate General Counsel in the UK you will provide legal and management support for our international insurance and reinsurance business segments outside of the US and Bermuda including underwriting claims and operations on a worldwide basis.
Role Purpose
Our legal team is dedicated to providing the best possible legal support and our team members must demonstrate flexibility while working as both technical subject matter specialists and general business advisers.
Key Accountabilities
* Support Everests Associate General Counsel in the UK in advising on legal regulatory and business issues with respect to Everests international insurance and reinsurance business outside of the US and Bermuda presently comprising a Lloyds Syndicate Irish Insurance and Reinsurance Companies and branches and UK branch of its Bermuda Reinsurance Company.
* Provide legal support to various operational areas that support the international insurance and reinsurance business (i.e. Claim Underwriting IT Finance Contract Wording).
* Work with underwriting teams and product development to support various insurance and reinsurance-driven transactions and claims.
* Assist in the review and preparation of various legal agreements including non-disclosure and hold harmless agreements software licenses outsourcing and services contracts leases and insurance and reinsurance contracts.
* Engage in issue spotting risk assessment and problem solving on a daily basis.
Skills Abilities & Competencies
* Qualified Barrister or Solicitor with experience in a law firm or in-house role relevant to the insurance or reinsurance industry or financial services sector.
* Candidates must possess proven negotiating skills and analytical ability.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* An ability to self-manage as well as work in a team environment.
* Ability to effectively manage multiple projects or priorities in a dynamic developing environment.
* Common sense good judgment and solution-oriented attitude toward legal issues.
* Must be able to approach complex legal issues with a sense of entrepreneurialism.
What if I dont meet every requirement At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every element in the job description we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.
Our Culture
At Everest our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive fuel global economies and create sustainable value for our colleagues shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Clickhereto learn more about our culture.
* Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.
* Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.
All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues and the global communities we serve.
Type: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Primary Location: London
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About Everest
Everest is a global leader in risk management rooted in a rich 50 year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk growth progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.
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