VP, Institutional Markets Legal

Global Atlantic Financial Group

Location
New York-New York City
Description
<div id="jobDescriptionText" class="jobsearch-jobDescriptionText jobsearch-JobComponent-description css-kqe8pq eu4oa1w0"><div> <div> <p><b>COMPANY OVERVIEW</b></p> <p> Global Atlantic Financial Group is a leader in the U.S. life insurance and annuity industry, serving the needs of individuals and institutions. Global Atlantic is a wholly-owned subsidiary of KKR, a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management across multiple strategies and capital markets solutions.<br> <br> We are looking for a diverse team of talented individuals who reinforce our culture of collaboration and innovation. We are dedicated to the career development of our people because we know they are critical to our long-term success. Join our team and come grow with us.</p> <div> <p><b>The KKR-Global Atlantic partnership - The Global Atlantic Story</b></p> </div> <p><b>Greenhouse is our scheduling tool and we communicate through their systems. At times, your email may block our communications. Please be sure to check your SPAM so that you do not miss critical information about our process, including scheduling.</b></p> </div> <p> The Vice President and Assistant General Counsel – Transactions will provide legal and strategic advice for Global Atlantic's growing and dynamic insurance transactional business. The Vice President will work directly with the Institutional Markets business team in New York and Bermuda, as well as colleagues throughout the Legal team, in other Global Atlantic functional areas and with KKR, to advise a growing, dynamic and industry-leading business.</p> <p><b> Responsibilities will include:</b></p> <ul> <li>Advise internal clients in Global Atlantic's industry-leading institutional markets business</li> <li>Lead and advise on structuring of multibillion dollar third-party capital vehicles</li> <li>Develop capital solutions and new fundraising products for the insurance business, researching and advising on applicable law in multiple jurisdictions</li> <li>Lead corporate legal transactions, including M&amp;A, strategic partnerships, joint ventures</li> <li>Draft a wide range of transactions documents, develop innovative and client-focused solutions, and supervis outside counsel</li> <li>Develop processes for capital raising, managing ongoing obligations and implementing requirements of capital vehicles Present to and advise on corporate law to boards of directors and committees</li> <li>Oversee and manage legal support staff</li> </ul> <p><b>Qualifications:</b></p> <ul> <li>Juris Doctor degree (JD)</li> <li>6+ years of experience in the field of law, with at least 4+ years at a law firm</li> <li>Experience with life/annuity insurance industry</li> <li>Familiarity with the Model Holding Company Act and insurance regulations</li> <li>Deep knowledge of corporate governance best practices</li> <li>Experience with the Securities Act, Investment Company Act and cross-border large capital raises, drafting and reviewing marketing materials and offering memoranda and negotiations with investors</li> <li>Experience independently, or leading a team, negotiating complex transactions</li> <li>Superior negotiation and drafting skills</li> <li>Superior ability to manage competing priorities of a variety of fast-paced, dynamic transactions</li> <li>Superior communication skills and ability to communicate complex topics succinctly to senior business and legal team members</li> <li>Desire to become subject matter expert with respect to a variety of matters</li> <li>Superior judgment with ability to use independent judgment, think commercially, establish priorities, delegate, drive processes forward and work effectively on multiple initiatives concurrently</li> <li>Ability to work with a geographically dispersed team</li> <li>Capacity to consider, process and filter large amounts of complex information quickly and identify appropriate actions in a fast-paced environment</li> <li>Ability to work across enterprise and present complex matters to senior business leaders</li> <li>Experience presenting to the C-Suite and board of directors</li> <li>Exceptional work ethic and high level of personal integrity and accountability</li> <li>Willingness to travel periodically to international locations for transaction negotiations, including to Bermuda</li> </ul> <p>#LI-KS1</p> <div> <p> Global Atlantic reserves the right to modify the qualifications and requirements for this position to accommodate business needs and regulatory changes. Future adjustments may include obtaining specific licenses or certifications to comply with operational needs and conform to applicable industry-specific regulatory requirements, state and federal laws.</p> <p><b> TOTAL REWARDS STATEMENT</b></p> <p> Global Atlantic's total rewards package is reflective of our corporate values, particularly diversity, excellence and innovation, with a focus on inclusion, pay equity, and flexibility. We are proud to support your personal and professional growth and well-being through programs such as educational assistance, virtual physical therapy, remote/onsite fitness reimbursement, a medical second opinion program, pet insurance, military leave, parental leave, adoption assistance, fertility and family planning coverage. We strive to foster a culture of total well-being through community outreach and charitable giving programs. </p> <p><b>We are active in our communities-</b></p> <ul> <li><b>New York:</b> StreetWise Partners, Covenant House, Partnership for New York City, City Meals on Wheels, Habitat for Humanity, Billion Oyster Project</li> <li><b>Boston</b>: Cradles to Crayons, Boston's Healthcare for the Homeless, Thompson Island Outward Bound, Rosie's Place, Catie's Closet, Project Bread, Rise Against Hunger, Space to Thrive</li> <li><b>Hartford</b>: Junior Achievement, Habitat for Humanity, Oliver's Pajama, United Way</li> <li><b>Indianapolis</b>: Elevate Indianapolis, Gleaners Food Bank and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation</li> <li><b>Batesville</b>: So Loved Ripley County Foster Closet, Safe Passage Family Shelter, YES Home Juvenile Rehabilitation, Ripley County Community Foundation</li> <li><b>Des Moines</b>: United Way of Central Iowa, Meals from the Heartland, Junior Achievement, Math Motivators, Bidwell Riverside, Orchard Place, Knock and Drop</li> <li><b>Berwyn/Wayne</b>: Habitat for Humanity, Chester County Food Bank, Surrey Services, For Pete's Sake Respite</li> <li><b>Bermuda</b>: Keep Bermuda Beautiful, Center Against Abuse, Truck Island Nature Reserve, Bermuda Economic Development Corporation</li> </ul> <p>Social platforms provide an environment to collaborate with others and participate in friendly competitions towards achieving physical, emotional and financial well-being. Our highly competitive health, retirement, life and disability plans can be tailored to best suit your needs and those of your whole family.</p> <p> Global Atlantic is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can meaningfully contribute to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate in employment on any basis that is prohibited by federal, state or local laws. More than that, we strive to be inclusive of all backgrounds and experiences, which we feel gives us a competitive advantage in the market and within our firm. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.</p> <p> Employees who require an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their job will participate in an interactive process which may include providing documentation. If you are hired and require an accommodation for any protected status, please email benefits@gafg.com.</p> <p> Please click on the links below to learn more about Global Atlantic.</p> <p></p> <p></p> <p>Global Atlantic Privacy Statement</p> <p> Our employees are in the office <b>4 or 5 days</b> a week in <b>Hudson Yards, NY</b> and <b>3 days a week</b> in all other offices. If you have questions on this policy or the application process, please contact recruiting@gafg.com.</p> </div> </div></div>
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Updated
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Practice Areas
Corporate
Specialties
Compliance/Regulatory, Investment Funds, Investment Management, Joint Ventures, M&A, Securities
Experience
6+ years
Employer Type
In-House