What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Counsel- Claims & Litigation position at RGA Reinsurance Company?

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RGA is a purpose-driven organization working to solve today's challenges through innovation and collaboration. A Fortune 500 Company and listed among its World's Most Admired Companies, we're the only global reinsurance company to focus primarily on life- and health-related solutions. Join our multinational team of intelligent, motivated, and collaborative people, and help us make financial protection accessible to all.

A Brief Overview

The Legal Counsel, Claims & Litigation assists in the provision of legal services and advice on reinsurance and insurance claims, including reinsurance treaty provisions related to claims, disputes, arbitration and litigation. This role provides advanced level of timely, high-quality legal advice and assistance to Global Legal Services ("GLS") attorneys and business clients with an emphasis on disputes, arbitrations and litigation matters, and proactively serves clients and others with a responsive, service-oriented attitude and strong work ethic.

This position enjoys a local Chesterfield MO Hybrid work schedule.

What you will do

Collaborate and communicate with members of the GLS team and business clients to perform advanced assignments and projects involving a moderate level of complexity.
Provide advanced level of timely, high-quality legal advice and support. Proactively serve clients with a strong work ethic, appropriately escalating matters when necessary.
Assist in managing arbitration and litigation matters and in providing proactive advice and support to operations teams in order to resolve and prevent potential disputes.
Apply advanced knowledge and experience to Identify legal issues and provide advice on alternatives to mitigate risk to the enterprise while achieving client goals and objectives.
Research and analyze legal issues and questions using appropriate resources.

Required Qualifications

Law degree from a United States accredited law school.

Bachelor's Degree from accredited university or college.

Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. State.

3 to 5 years' experience as an attorney in a law firm or in a corporate legal function.

General litigation experience

Advanced knowledge of U.S. laws and regulations.

Advanced knowledge of legal and contract terminology and methods; general business and financial knowledge.

Advanced ability to identify and interpret business and contract issues.

Advanced client counseling skills in translating business needs and problems into viable and accepted solutions.

Excellent client service and interpersonal skills, with continual focus and dedication to high level of client service.

Excellent skills in drafting, review, proofreading, negotiation, persuasion, and verbal and written communication. Demonstrated ability to clearly present appropriate business terminology and concepts.

Highly organized and results oriented with strong attention to detail

Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines

Ability to set goals, multitask and prioritize workload

Ability to be flexible, take initiative, and demonstrate accountability

Ability to interact and work collaboratively and constructively with people at various levels within and outside the organization

Ability to work well within a team environment and participate in projects

Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality

Committed to acquiring new skills and knowledge of changing technologies and practices

Proficient knowledge of Word applications with an ability to develop and maintain document automation templates, acquire new skills, and knowledge of changing technologies

What you can expect from RGA :

Gain valuable knowledge from and experience with diverse, caring colleagues around the world.

Enjoy a respectful, welcoming environment that fosters individuality and encourages pioneering thought.

Join the bright and creative minds of RGA, and experience vast, endless career potential.

Compensation Range :

123,500.00 - $184,050.00 Annual

Base pay varies depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and market location. In addition, RGA provides an annual bonus plan that includes all roles and some positions are eligible for participation in our long-term equity incentive plan. RGA also maintains a full range of health, retirement, and other employee benefits.

RGA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, gender identity or expression, sex, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

Salary : $123,500 - $184,050

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