Assistant General Counsel

NY-New York

Full time

JR2604117

The ideal candidate for this role in AIG’s Data, Digital and Cyber Legal Group will be a strategy-oriented attorney who embraces a dynamic advisory practice. You will craft legal solutions that protect AIG from the complex risks presented by cutting-edge artificial intelligence, data, digital and technology issues, while simultaneously moving AIG’s business forward. You will translate rapidly evolving legal and regulatory requirements into practical, risk-based advice and help AIG evaluate and responsibly deploy AI and other innovative and emerging technologies while managing legal, regulatory, contractual and reputational risk.

In this role, you will support AIG’s global businesses and corporate functions by:

• Advising on legal and regulatory issues involving data and information governance, data analytics, digitization, and the use of AI and other emerging technologies in the context of insurance and financial services;

• Advising AIG businesses and corporate functions on proposed and existing AI use cases, including generative AI, machine learning, and automated decision systems;

• Identifying applicable legal and regulatory requirements; assessing risk based on the use case, data, users and potential impact; and recommending proportionate controls, conditions, escalation paths and documentation;

• Supporting the design, implementation and continuing evolution of AIG’s enterprise AI governance framework, including intake and review processes, risk classification, approval, and exception procedures, inventories, accountability, documentation, human oversight, testing, monitoring, change management and lifecycle controls;

• Developing and maintaining AI- and technology-related policies, standards, playbooks, contract positions, guidance and training;

• Monitoring and analyzing emerging AI laws, regulations, supervisory guidance, enforcement activity, litigation, standards, and industry practices across relevant jurisdictions; advising on their impact; and translating developments into clear recommendations for AIG, including updates to policies, governance processes, controls, training, and business practices;

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating agreements for third-party AI tools and other technology services, including provisions addressing data use and model training, confidentiality, privacy, cybersecurity, intellectual property and output rights, transparency, audit and testing rights, regulatory cooperation, performance, indemnification, liability, termination and transition support;

• Supporting regulatory inquiries, examinations, disclosures, and other engagements relating to AI, data, digital, and technology matters;

• Partnering with technology, operations, business, legal, compliance, risk, procurement and regulatory colleagues globally to support AIG’s AI, data, digital, and technology initiatives; and

• Serving as a thought leader on specialized legal and regulatory topics for internal and external stakeholders, including industry groups.

The successful candidate will:

• Have 6+ years of experience as an attorney with at least two years of experience advising clients in AI legal matters;

• Have a J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school and be licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction;

• Have significant experience at a law firm, in-house legal department, regulator or a combination of these settings advising clients and business partners on AI, data, digital, and technology initiatives, preferably in the context of insurance and/or financial services;

• Have experience advising on AI, data, digital, and technology transformation or related regulatory matters, evaluating complex or novel initiatives, and translating legal requirements into practical, risk-based controls and business guidance;

• Have experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating technology, data and/or AI-related commercial agreements;

• Have excellent legal analysis, drafting, communication and project-management skills, including the ability to explain technical and regulatory concepts clearly to legal, technical, business, and executive audiences;

• Be collaborative, nimble, responsive, and customer-focused;

• Take ownership of significant matters, exercise sound judgment in a fast-moving environment, and contribute to the Global Legal, Compliance and Regulatory Department’s collaborative culture and reputation as a practical business partner;

• Have experience in insurance, financial services or another highly regulated industry; and

• Preferably hold an AIGP, CIPP/US or comparable privacy, AI governance or technology certification.

For positions based in New York, the base salary range is $155,000-$193,000. Your actual compensation will be dependent on your skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition, the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. In addition, we’re proud to offer a range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here: US Benefits (https://sprcdn-assets.sprinklr.com/248/7cae7257-96d1-4207-bc2c-e1b8447826e3-220371966/2026\_AIG\_Benefits\_Overview.pdf)

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At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

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We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.

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Functional Area:

LG - Legal, Regulatory & Gov't Affairs

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