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Financial Institutions Group – Insurance Associate Attorney / CounselDirect Counsel is seeking a mid- to senior-level Insurance Associate Attorney or Counsel to join a premier global law firm's Financial Institutions Group in its New York, New York office. The firm is seeking attorneys with substantive insurance M&A transactional experience, including experience with reinsurance transactions.This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with sophisticated insurance transactional experience to join a market-leading financial institutions practice and work on complex, high-profile matters for leading clients in the insurance industry.ResponsibilitiesAdvise insurance companies and other financial institutions on sophisticated M&A transactions.Handle insurance-related mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions.Advise clients on reinsurance transactions and related transactional matters.Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents and related agreements.Conduct and oversee transactional due diligence.Work closely with clients, opposing counsel, and internal deal teams to execute complex transactions.Manage designated aspects of transactions and take increasing responsibility for client matters.Collaborate with attorneys across the firm's Financial Institutions Group and other practice areas.QualificationsSubstantive insurance M&A transactional experience is required.Experience with reinsurance transactions is required.Strong law firm experience, preferably within a sophisticated corporate or financial institutions practice.High level of academic achievement preferred.Excellent analytical, drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex transactions.Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.Strong client-service orientation and professional judgment.LocationNew York, New YorkCompensationSalary Range: $260,000–$455,000 annually, depending on skills, experience, and other job-related factors. The position may also be eligible for a discretionary year-end bonus.Benefits & Professional DevelopmentThe firm offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive environment for experienced attorneys, including:Hybrid work modelEnhanced mentorship program specifically designed for lateral attorneysProfessional development and career advancement resourcesExtensive pro bono opportunities with billable creditCompetitive benefits and additional attorney resourcesCurrent Hybrid Schedule: Attorneys generally work in the office Monday through Thursday, with opportunities to work remotely for specified periods throughout the year.
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new york, NY, 10001, US
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