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Endurance Services Limited

Vice President, Surety - Product Counsel

Endurance Services Limited, New York, New York, us, 10261


As a leading provider of insurance and reinsurance with worldwide operations and employees in Bermuda, U.S., U.K., Continental Europe and Asia, we recognize that our success is derived directly from those who matter the most:

our people . At Sompo International, our values of integrity, collaboration, agility, execution and excellence underpin our culture and our commitment to providing an employee experience that attracts and engages the best talent in the industry.

Job Description

Are you looking for your next opportunity?Sompo has a unique opportunity for a

Vice President, Surety - Product Counsel

role in our Legal business unit with a close collaboration and partnership with the Surety Leadership team. This position will be responsible for providing the Sompo Surety business unit with counsel in all facets of suretyship ranging from indemnity matters to complex deal structuring.Location:

This position can be based out of any of our Sompo Offices as detailed below.New Jersey: MorristownNew York: Garden City, New York City, PurchaseNorth Carolina: CharlotteTennessee: Mount JulietWhat you’ll be doing:Indemnity Agreement Reviews

Proposals to GIAs for live dealsModifications to existing agreementsAdding/Releasing IndemnitorsPeriodic full form review & creation (protection adequacy and competitive market position)

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Capital retention agreementsClaims sharing agreementsBonded job contract reviewsBond form manuscription, modifications & change reviewsBond risk legal guidance (Appleton reviews, renewables industry related bond risks etc.)Surety operational contract reviews (e.g., collateral facility)Complex Deal Structure Guidance (legacy book deal workouts, new deal formations-SPEs. JV, Private Equity Involvement etc.)Collateral DemandsClaims waterfall advice (bankruptcy background)Audit process involvement (provide practical surety specific legal experience given the product’s niche nature)What you’ll bring:At least 10-12 years’ current Surety Legal Counsel and or Surety Claims experience in the insurance industryJuris Doctor degreeStrong experience attending mediations, negotiating settlements, and mitigating riskAbility to establish close working relationships with Underwriting, Legal and ClaimsExcellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills

Candidates may be asked to provide writing samples

Analytical decision making and resource management skills with attention to detailStrong commitment to providing superior client serviceStrong negotiating, analytical, written, and organizational skillsStrong technical skills to include various in-house claims systems (Guidewire, Genius, ImageRight)Ability to travel approximate 10%- 20% of the timeSalary Range:

$200,000 – $260,000

Actual compensation for this role will depend on several factors including the cost of living associated with your work location, your qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience.At Sompo, we recognize that the talent, skills, and commitment of our employees drive our success. This is why we offer competitive, high-quality compensation and benefit programs to eligible employees.Sompo is an equal opportunity employer and we intentionally value inclusion and diversity. Above all, we want you to work in an environment that respects everyone’s unique contributions – we are passionately committed to equal opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex orientation, national origin, or age.

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