Legal Counsel | Kuala Lumpur, MY

Corporate Title: Vice President

Division: CLL-Group Legal & Compliance (50001544)

Department: CLLR-Legal P&C & L&H Reinsurance (51002151)

Are you someone who is looking for a challenge, keen to work in a dynamic and energic environment with an international team? We would like to hear from you!

About the Role

The role of the Legal Counsel will be working in the Asia legal team, supporting on legal and regulatory matters relating to Swiss Re's businesses and operations in Southeast Asia.

The Legal Counsel will be expected to provide timely, commercially viable, practical and high-quality legal advice to enable effective oversight and management of legal risks in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and industry standards. The legal advice and support provided would include general corporate issues, regulatory and compliance issues, product development, insurance contracts and claims.

Main responsibilities:

• Provide effective, commercially sound and practical legal advice on insurance business and operations
• Advise on insurance contracts and claims
• Conduct legal and regulatory review of transactions (draft documents, negotiate the terms), instructing and managing outside counsel (as needed)
• Manage legal, regulatory & compliance issues relating to products, business strategies and operating models
• Review and negotiate commercial agreements with business partners, agents or brokers
• Monitor and advice on legal and regulatory trends affecting relevant business areas
• Engage and collaborate with members of the Asia legal team, business and functions across various jurisdictions within and outside of Asia in the provision of cross border legal support
• Support internal group projects and strategic initiatives, as needed
• Support governance activities such as participating in management committee meetings and handling internal and external approvals on appointments and other governance related matters

About You

• At least 12 - 15 years PQE, legal qualified lawyer from a reputable university
• Good team player and able to work in a collaborative and agile environment
• Able to work independently and collaborate with teams and stakeholders across various jurisdictions
• Excellent written and spoken English and preferably an Asian language
• Good communication and cross-cultural skills
• Prior experience in insurance matters & multiple jurisdictions an advantage
• Prior experience in and good understanding of regulatory and licensing topics in cross-border scenarios
• Possess excellent drafting, negotiation and influencing skills

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

About Swiss Re

Swiss Re is one of the world's leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.

Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.

If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.

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