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About Us:
Core Specialty, an insurance holding company that operates in all 50 states with its headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio is looking for its next General Counsel to ensure the continued success of the organization and to build for the growth that is expected in the future.
Core Specialty has four key values that drive our exceptional results and our employee engagement:
A “bring-it-on” attitude: We bring energetic zeal to everything we do. We do not accept that things cannot be done.
Quick action with intent: We act quickly to make things happen. We empower and enable rapid decision making.
Problem solving with expertise: We have an unmatched depth of knowledge and experience. We are unencumbered to find solutions.
Personal accountability: We prioritize for performance. We have high integrity, self-discipline, and respect for others.
Job Purpose:
This is a unique opportunity for a lawyer who is based in Cincinnati. As General Counsel to this rapidly growing company, the ideal candidate would shepherd Core Specialty through its next phase of growth.
Key Accountabilities/Deliverables:
Ability to lead in ways that mitigate risk to the company but also gives the business the flexibility to stretch and grow.
Comfort with, or expertise in, M&A, corporate governance, contracting, and public company matters.
Management expertise that places priority on people first with a goal of getting the right people into the right roles to successfully lead and execute on management’s vision.
A broad understanding of all legal matters that affect Core Specialty, using subject matter experts to provide targeted advice.
A commitment to be in Cincinnati, if a relocation is required.
An understanding of the P&C insurance industry and the unique opportunities in that industry.
An understanding of internal audit and how that function supports the overall business objectives.
A desire to build out a claims oversight organization that supports and helps the business units to succeed.
An understanding of the compliance needs of the business, with a balanced approach that weighs the costs of compliance.
An understanding of the enterprise risk management requirements of an insurance holding company.
Technical Knowledge and Understanding:
An understanding of the P&C insurance industry and the unique opportunities in that industry.
An understanding of internal audit and how that function supports the overall business objectives.
An understanding of the compliance needs of the business, with a balanced approach that weighs the costs of compliance.
An understanding of the enterprise risk management requirements of an insurance holding company.
A broad understanding of all legal matters that affect Core Specialty, using subject matter experts to provide targeted advice.
Experience:
Juris Doctor from accredited law school and active law license in good standing required
15+ years legal experience required
Previous experience in the financial or insurance industry desired
Ability to lead in ways that mitigate risk to the company but also gives the business the flexibility to stretch and grow.
Comfort with, or expertise in, M&A, corporate governance, contracting, and public company matters.
Management expertise that places priority on people first with a goal of getting the right people into the right roles to successfully lead and execute on management’s vision.
A commitment to be in Cincinnati, if a relocation is required.
A desire to build out a claims oversight organization that supports and helps the business units to succeed.
Next Steps:
If you are a lawyer who is excited by this rare opportunity, we encourage you to apply so that we can find a candidate who best aligns with the executive team and vision of Core Specialty. Ideally, this role would be filled by someone with insurance experience, but Core Specialty is open to considering all candidates who are committed to investing and learning the insurance business to best lead the business.
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At Core Specialty, you will receive a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and advancement. We offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurances; short and long-term disability; a Company-match of 100% of a 6% contribution 401(k) plan; an Employee Assistance Plan; Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and a wellness program
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