Assistant General Counsel, Commercial Transactions

About Aig

Join AIG’s world class Legal Department as an Assistant General Counsel, Commercial Transactions. We’re looking for a talented and seasoned commercial transactions attorney who thrives on doing the work – drafting, negotiating, and closing deals – that keeps AIG’s corporate functions and business units running smoothly. This is a great opportunity for a skilled transactional lawyer who enjoys being in the details, shaping the strategy, managing competing priorities, and partnering directly with internal business stakeholders.

Job Summary

Your responsibilities will include:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements – including those relating to professional and consulting services, data licensing, SaaS, and company-wide vendor/procurement contracts.
• Partnering directly with business and procurement teams to support day-to-day contracting needs, balancing risk management with practical business outcomes.
• Providing clear, timely guidance on contract terms, legal risks, and company policies to ensure consistency and compliance throughout the enterprise.
• Coordinating with subject matter experts in privacy, cybersecurity, regulatory, insurance, and intellectual property law to address key contract issues.
• Improving contract templates, playbooks, and processes to streamline turnaround times and enhance efficiency.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and admission to the bar, or eligibility for in-house counsel registration, in the jurisdiction where you’ll work.
• 5+ years of law firm and/or in-house experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities at once, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• A sound, pragmatic, business-minded approach – focused on delivering high-quality, practical solutions on time.

Salary

For roles in New Jersey the base salary range for this position is $140,000-$175,000 and the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Benefits

In addition, we’re proud to offer a range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here: US Benefits.

Ready to take your career to the next level? We would love to hear from you. At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.