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Legal Counsel, MGA - Hybrid

Swiss Re · Chicago, Illinois, US

Are you a commercially minded lawyer who enjoys operating close to the business?

Job description

Are you a commercially minded lawyer who enjoys operating close to the business? We are looking for a Legal Counsel to join our Corporate Solutions Legal North America team, with a primary focus on Managing General Agent (MGA) and other distribution arrangements, as well as on sourcing / vendor agreements, including IT and technology-enabled services. In this role, you will work with various key stakeholders, including Underwriting, Distribution, Procurement, and Operations, to help the business move fast, stay compliant, and manage risk intelligently. You’ll be part of a collaborative, high-performing legal team that values pragmatism, sound judgement, and strong relationships. A smaller portion of the role may involve supporting U.S. domestic Surety business, but the core of your mandate will sit firmly with MGA oversight and commercial contracting . About the role: You will act as a trusted legal partner to the North America Corporate Solutions business, supporting both day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives. Your responsibilities will include: MGA & Distribution Advisory Draft, review and negotiate MGA agreements for various lines of business Advise on the structuring,...