Legal Counsel
AXA XL · Paris, Île-de-France, France
- On site
- Full-time
- €75,000 / year
- Paris, Île-de-France, France
Job highlights
- Partner with underwriting departments on legal matters.
- Draft and review diverse contractual documents.
- Manage projects and implement new products.
- Provide legal support for international programs.
- Ensure legal compliance and conduct training.
About the role
About the Role
As a Legal Counsel at AXA XL, you will serve as the primary point of contact and a dedicated Business Partner for various underwriting departments. You will provide compliant legal solutions tailored to the needs of AXA XL's clients and partners. This role involves independently managing diverse projects and deadlines, including the implementation and monitoring of new products. You will also be responsible for legal watch, contributing to the update of legal knowledge, and training underwriters, underwriting assistants, CDLs, and claims managers. This position offers support for international programs and assists the Head of Legal France & Southern Europe in managing relationships with local authorities and market organizations. You will also support international transversal teams and review/validate contractual documents such as (re)insurance contracts, confidentiality agreements, mandates, brokerage agreements, and commercial contracts. You will support the APAC Europe / International legal team locally and oversee legal services provided by external counsel. You will report to the Head of Legal France & Southern Europe.
What You Bring
- Master's degree in Private Law, preferably Insurance Law.
- Solid professional experience within an insurance company, brokerage firm, and/or law firm.
- Strong knowledge of insurance law, reinsurance, general contract law, and civil liability.
- Excellent drafting skills, especially in contractual matters.
- Adaptability to a dynamic work environment with changing needs and priorities.
- Ability to take initiative, work autonomously, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
- Curiosity, attention to detail, and pedagogical skills.
- High responsiveness and ability to manage a significant workload with limited supervision.
- Teamwork aptitude and ability to build trusting relationships.
- Strong analytical and synthesis skills.
- Perfect command of English, both written and spoken, is essential.
About AXA XL
AXA XL, the P&C and Specialty risks division of AXA, is renowned for solving complex risks for mid-sized businesses, multinationals, and inspirational individuals. We don't just provide reinsurance or insurance; we reinvent it by combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven analytics, cutting-edge technology, and top talent in an agile and inclusive workspace. We are committed to delivering best-in-class client service across all our business lines: Property, Casualty, Professional, Financial Lines, and Specialty. With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we collaborate with those who drive the world forward.
What We Offer
Inclusion and Diversity: AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunities and values diversity. We strive to attract, develop, promote, and retain colleagues from the widest possible range of backgrounds, creating an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We have five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, cultural diversity, disability, and inclusion, with 20 chapters globally. We support flexible working arrangements and offer enhanced family leave benefits. AXA XL is committed to fostering an inclusive culture and is proud to be present in the Diversity Best Practices Index and a signatory of the Women In Finance charter.
Total Rewards: Our Reward program is designed to support your health, well-being, lifestyle, and financial security, offering competitive compensation and personalized benefits that evolve with you. We are committed to rewarding your long-term contribution.
Corporate Social Responsibility: CSR is central to our business strategy. Our 2023-2026 CSR strategy, 'Roots of Resilience,' focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, combating climate change, and integrating sustainable practices across our operations. Our Pillars include Valuing Nature, Acting on Climate Change, Integrating ESG criteria, and AXA Heart of Service programs that encourage volunteering and charitable giving.
Key skills/competency
- Legal Counsel
- Insurance Law
- Contract Law
- Reinsurance
- Risk Management
- Legal Drafting
- Compliance
- Underwriting Support
- International Programs
- English Proficiency
Skills & topics
- Legal Counsel
- Insurance Law
- Contract Law
- Reinsurance
- Legal
- France
- AXA XL
- Corporate Law
- Compliance
- Legal Advisor
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your Master's in Private Law (preferably Insurance Law) and relevant insurance/reinsurance/contract law experience.
- Showcase your skills: Emphasize your drafting abilities, adaptability, autonomy, and teamwork in your application.
- Demonstrate language proficiency: Clearly state your perfect command of English, both written and spoken.
- Research AXA XL: Understand their commitment to complex risk solutions, innovation, and their CSR initiatives.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss how you've managed significant workloads and provided legal support in a dynamic environment.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Legal Counsel role at AXA XL in La Défense?
- The Legal Counsel role at AXA XL in La Défense serves as a 'Business Partner' to underwriting departments, providing legal guidance on applicable law and ensuring client needs are met, while also managing projects and contract reviews.
- What specific legal expertise is required for the Legal Counsel position at AXA XL?
- The role requires solid knowledge in insurance law, reinsurance, general contract law, and civil liability, ideally complemented by a Master's degree in Private Law with an insurance focus.
- Is English proficiency a mandatory requirement for the Legal Counsel job in France?
- Yes, a perfect command of English, both spoken and written, is indispensable for this Legal Counsel position at AXA XL.
- What kind of experience is preferred for the Legal Counsel role at AXA XL?
- AXA XL prefers candidates with solid professional experience in an insurance company, brokerage firm, or law firm, demonstrating strong legal and contractual drafting skills.
- How does AXA XL approach diversity and inclusion for its Legal Counsel hires?
- AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive culture. They value diversity across various aspects and support employee resource groups.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Legal Counsel regarding new products at AXA XL?
- The Legal Counsel is responsible for independently managing projects related to the implementation and follow-up of new products, ensuring they comply with all applicable laws.
- Can I apply for the Legal Counsel position at AXA XL if my Master's is not specifically in Insurance Law?
- While a Master's in Insurance Law is preferred, a Master's in Private Law is also suitable, provided you possess strong knowledge in insurance, reinsurance, and contract law, along with relevant professional experience.
- What does AXA XL's CSR strategy involve for its employees?
- AXA XL's CSR strategy, 'Roots of Resilience,' focuses on environmental protection and sustainability. Employees are encouraged to participate in initiatives related to valuing nature, climate action, ESG integration, and volunteering through AXA Atout Coeur programs.