VP Assistant General Counsel

Job Details Locations NY - Valhalla Job

ID 32105

Description and Requirements About the

Role:

The VP & Assistant General Counsel plays a pivotal role in supporting business operations by providing expert legal advice on risk, regulatory compliance, and litigation matters. This position offers legal oversight across claims, litigation management, contracts, privacy, confidentiality, and compliance programs. As a strategic partner to leadership, you will help guide both operational and strategic initiatives. The VP & Assistant General Counsel reports directly to the Chief Legal Officer.

What You'll Do:

Serve as a senior legal advisor to leadership and business stakeholders on strategic initiatives and risk management. Oversee material legal matters, including litigation, compliance, investigations, claims, and regulatory issues. Provide legal guidance on business operations, products, technology initiatives, and contracts, including drafting, review, and approval. Develop, implement, and maintain legal, compliance, and risk management policies, procedures, and controls. Monitor legal and regulatory developments and advise the organization on potential business impacts. Manage relationships with external counsel, regulators, and other third parties. Provide legal oversight of privacy policies and frameworks. Advise on the protection and enforcement of intellectual property and confidential information. Support the development and ongoing administration of compliance programs and related training.

What We're Looking For:

7-10 years of legal experience, including representation of insurance brokers in an in-house or outside counsel capacity. Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one State Bar. Experience with compliance and risk management in the insurance brokerage industry. In-depth understanding of insurance industry regulations and applicable laws. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Experience with matter management platforms preferred. Extremely detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy. Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities. #LI-JY1 Why USI? With approximately $3 billion in revenue and over 10,500 associates across approximately 200 offices nationwide, USI is one of the largest insurance brokerage and consulting firms in the world. At USI, we have created one of the most dynamic personal and professional development cultures in the industry. We invest heavily in our associates, and we take pride in celebrating their growth and success through our one-of-a-kind employee reward and recognition programs. Unrivaled Resources and Support What truly distinguishes USI as a premier insurance brokerage and consulting firm is the USI ONE Advantage® , a game-changing value proposition that delivers to clients a robust set of risk management and benefit solutions with bottom-line financial impact. USI ONE® represents Omni, Network, Enterprise—the three key elements that set USI apart from the competition. Through USI ONE, we develop strategic, timely, and effective risk management and benefit programs in terms that are easy to understand, and we demonstrate how the solutions can have a positive economic impact. Industry-Leading Programs, Rewards, and Recognition In addition to competitive pay, incentives, and benefits, USI recognizes associates through our Summit Awards program, rewarding excellence in those who build our brand each day. USI offers employee programs that recognize outstanding achievement and help our associates lead healthy, productive lives. We turn care into action with our award-winning wellness program, college scholarships for associates' children, and financial help in times of need. Deep Community Engagement We are committed to giving back to our local communities and supporting a culture of environmental sustainability. From sharing our time, talent, and resources to support local non-profit organizations, animal shelters, and environmental beautification and restoration projects - to partnering with eco-conscious vendors and taking steps to reduce our own environmental footprint - we're working together as ONE to build a better future. Committed to a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace Our award-winning I'm With U diversity and inclusion program educates our associates to help them better understand and serve our clients, prospects, fellow team members, and local communities through curated education and training resources, employee support programs, and community outreach initiatives to build a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. Nationally Recognized as a Top Insurance Employer Recognized as one of Insurance Business America's Top Insurance Employers eight consecutive years (2018-2025). Named to Business Insurance's annual list of the Best Places to Work in Insurance six years in a row (2020-2025). Named to Fortune's Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance list for the last two years (2024-2025). Certified as a Great Place To Work two years in a row (2024-2025). Visit our Awards and Accolades page for a complete list of our latest industry awards and recognitions! USI is committed to providing a full-suite of competitive benefits for our growing population and its diverse needs. We offer a wide range of health, welfare and financial benefits including medical, wellness, dental and vision, 401(k), flexible spending and health savings accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance and other unique employer-sponsored and voluntary programs. USI also offers a generous paid time off policy, paid family leave benefit as well as paid holiday time . $220-$230k & 30% Bonus Options eligible - $200k