We are looking for an Assistant General Counsel, Head of Group Compliance to oversee the Group Compliance Function, and to pro-actively support executive management’s commitment to both legal and regulatory compliance and promotion of a strong culture of compliance across the company. This person will be responsible for corporate compliance such as AML, OFAC, Cybersecurity, and Privacy, as well as insurance regulatory compliance. They will also manage the Regulatory and Compliance and Regulatory Reporting teams within the General Counsel department while providing advice and counsel on a wide range of corporate and insurance regulatory compliance matters for the Group’s regulated insurance entities. This position is in our New York city office.

Major Actions and Support Actions:

Lead the Argo Group Compliance Program, overseeing all compliance function activities for the organization including development and implementation of policies and procedures, training, and monitoring activities. Analyze performance to identify any needs for corrective action. Work closely with Risk and Audit to advance compliance initiatives.

Draft the annual Argo U.S. Compliance Plan and monitor actual performance against the plan on an ongoing basis. Report Compliance activities and developments to senior management and the Board of Directors.

Manage the Regulatory and Compliance and Regulatory Reporting teams, providing support and feedback to team members in their handling of matters such as licensing, surplus lines, commercial deregulation, regulatory data reporting and data calls. Serve as a mentor and strong manager for direct reports.

Provide legal and regulatory advice to Underwriting, Finance, Operations, and Claims colleagues on regulatory and compliance matters.

Keep well informed of changes to statutes, regulations, governmental interpretations, industry trends, and lessons learned within the organization. Analyze, interpret, and determine the resultant impact on Argo Group and advise the appropriate personnel accordingly.

Work with the Sr. Regulatory Counsel and other members of the Legal and Compliance team on matters involving Federal, State, and regulatory authorities or other relevant parties in issues of compliance, including queries, market conduct exams, and investigations.

Develop and implement processes for managing information, such as consumer complaints, a whistle-blowing system, and other mechanisms.

Investigate and respond to potential violations of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards of conduct by evaluating or recommending the initiation of investigative procedures.

Monitor and have oversight of the Argo Group licensing framework, ensuring that Argo’s operations have in place the necessary licenses on an ongoing basis.

Work with Human Resources to execute and maintain the compliance training program for Argo Group

Perform other duties as assigned.

Education:

Required Degree: Juris Doctorate

Skills & Experience:

8+ years of experience in-house at a U.S.-domiciled P&C insurance company, or within a law firm’s insurance practice managing insurance regulatory compliance matters.

Experience developing and maintaining compliance frameworks, including working knowledge of sanctions, cybersecurity, privacy, and other corporate compliance requirements.

Experience managing a team of insurance regulatory professionals.

Strong understanding of U.S. insurance laws.

A high level of intellectual, professional, and interpersonal agility and flexibility, combined with strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and oral communication skills.

Excellent project management skills, well organized, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment and manage numerous projects simultaneously under deadline pressure.

Team-oriented and able to work collaboratively and effectively with business clients and other legal department members, as well as being a self-starter comfortable working independently.

Professional demeanor with a high degree of discretion and confidentiality.

Embodies Argo Group Culture: Values, Code of Conduct, Innovation, Diversity & Inclusion.