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The Legal, Compliance, Regulatory and Government Affairs department is a diverse team 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 and complies with all laws and regulations and Corebridge policies and procedures. We are looking for an Assistant General Counsel to join our London legal team to support our Commercial Real Estate (CRE) Finance department. The CRE Finance department is responsible for handling multiple types of transactions including commercial mortgage loans, construction finance, back leverage and CMBS, with deals sizes that vary significantly from $10 to $250 million+. The London legal team supports a broad range of real estate sectors and jurisdictions across Europe and other markets outside of North America. Our borrower client base ranges from major global private equity real estate managers and institutions to small private property companies, developers and high net worth individuals. You will be joining a small, dynamic legal team responsible for assisting with originating and executing new loans and secondary trades (typically 5-15 transactions per annum) and managing the existing international loan portfolio. You will report to the Head of Legal - International CRE Finance and will work closely with our origination, underwriting and asset management teams.
Actively participate in the formulation and negotiation of new commercial real estate finance transactions and the amendment, repayment, novation or other maintenance of existing transactions.
Review documents and instruments governing the rights, obligations and remedies with respect to the international commercial real estate lending transactions of Corebridge Investments’ clients.
Advise Corebridge Investments in its capacity as an investment advisor for affiliates and third-party clients that are parties to, or investors in, international commercial real estate lending transactions.
Ensure Corebridge Investments’ compliance with all internal policies and relevant contractual and fiduciary responsibilities, including to clients, counterparties and other stakeholders.
Manage all aspects of relationships with external counsel, financial advisors and other professionals representing Corebridge Investments and its clients.
Contribute to the Corebridge Global Legal, Compliance and Regulatory Department’s broader goals and projects, and developing expertise in other legal matters as required by business needs.
Keen understanding of, and appreciation for, finance and credit markets, demonstrated business acumen and a strong corporate legal background.
~ Top academic credentials, excellent oral and written communication skills, organisational skills, the ability to balance a varied workload of shifting priorities, maturity, judgment and poise are all requirements for this position.
The lawyer will work at the Corebridge Investment’s office in London, U.Corebridge will not assist with relocation costs. Compensation (including salary and bonus) and benefits will be competitive, commensurate with experience.
This position is based in Corebridge Financial’s London office and is subject to our hybrid working policy, which gives colleagues the benefits of working both in an office and remotely.
Estimated Travel
Minimal travel.
At Corebridge Financial, we prioritize the health, well-being, and work-life balance of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to support employees both personally and professionally, ensuring that they have the resources and flexibility needed to thrive.
Health and Wellness: We offer a range of medical, dental and vision insurance plans, as well as mental health support and wellness initiatives to promote overall well-being.
Retirement Savings: We offer retirement benefits options, which vary by location.
Employee Assistance Program: Volunteer Time Off: Employees may use up to 16 volunteer hours annually to support activities that enhance and serve communities where employees live and work.
Paid Time Off: Eligible employees start off with at least 24 Paid Time Off (PTO) days so they can take time off for themselves and their families when they need it.
Eligibility for and participation in employer-sponsored benefit plans and Company programs will be subject to applicable law, governing Plan document(s) and Company policy.
Corebridge Financial, is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and we comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment laws. All applicants will be considered for employment based on job-related qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The Company is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. At Corebridge Financial, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to building a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Corebridge Financial is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees, including any accommodations needed on the basis of physical or mental disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to complete any part of the application or hiring process, please send an email to TalentandInclusion@corebridgefinancial.Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.
LG - Legal, Regulatory & Gov't Affairs
Estimated Travel Percentage (%): Up to 25%
Relocation Provided: No
American General Life Insurance Company Seniority level
~ Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
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