Corporate Counsel_AVP Counsel

Our Company provides a state of predictability which allows brokers and agents to act with confidence.

Founded in 1967 W. R. Berkley Corporation has grown from a small investment management firm into one of the largest commercial lines property and casualty insurers in the United States.

Along the way weve been listed on the New York Stock Exchange become a Fortune 500 company joined the S&P 500 and seen our gross written premiums exceed $10 billion.

Today the Berkley brand comprises more than 60 businesses worldwide and is divided into two segments: Insurance and Reinsurance & Monoline Excess. Led by our Executive Chairman founder and largest shareholder William. R. Berkley and our President and Chief Executive Officer W. Robert Berkley Jr. W. R. Berkley Corporation is well-positioned to respond to opportunities for future growth.

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

The Corporate Counsel will be an active member of W. R. Berkley Corporations corporate legal department focused on supporting the Companys general corporate and transactional activities. The successful candidate will be business-savvy capable of understanding the Companys business objectives and using impeccable judgment in providing legal advice. The attorney will skillfully represent the Company when dealing with outside counsel and transaction counterparties.

Key points which make this opportunity attractive include:

Counsel and advise senior management of an industry leading multi-billion-dollar S&P and Fortune 500 corporation positioned for continued growth.
Serve as a key member of a small high-performing legal team participating in a diverse set of corporate and transactional matters.
Work directly with senior members of the legal team and in partnership with one of the most sophisticated teams of business executives and investment professionals in the country.
Work for a company whose leaders pride themselves on integrity innovation and a culture focused on trust and respect for the Companys many stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities of the Position

Provide legal support for the Companys corporate and investment operations including reviewing analyzing drafting and negotiating various legal documents.
Advise on the Companys SEC and other public reporting requirements and filings and provide support for a wide range of general corporate matters and investments activities across a variety of asset classes and industries including real estate investment transactions.
Collaborate with members of the Companys legal department and business and investment colleagues to accomplish stated objectives while protecting the Companys legal position.
Work closely and proactively with senior management providing legal counsel and guidance for both ordinary and special activities of the Company.

4-9 years of legal experience (law firm and/or in-house) with a focus on SEC reporting investment activities and general corporate law and transactions. Insurance experience preferred.
Solution-oriented creative and strategic thinking to help business and investment partners navigate legal and regulatory issues.
Business savvy and sound judgment combined with deep knowledge of law and industry practice.
Ability to understand complex transactions including regulatory tax and accounting implications.
Willingness to take initiative; undaunted by need to stretch and tackle unfamiliar problems.
Demonstrated advanced negotiation skills and effective analysis to resolve legal issues.
Highly proficient multi-modal communicator.
Strong work-ethic and desire to provide maximum effort to meet deadlines.

Education Requirement

J.D. and membership in applicable bar association.