VP, Regulatory Counsel – Transactions, Projects, & Business Initiatives

Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated

. Serve as regulatory counsel on complex reinsurance, M&A, capital management, structured finance and other strategic transactions .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $180,220 - $268,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in regulatory counsel for complex transactions, including M&A and reinsurance, with a strong ability to analyze legal and regulatory risks while effectively communicating with regulators and stakeholders. Proven track record in drafting and negotiating transaction documents and managing compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

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Regulatory Counsel ExperienceM&A Transaction LeadershipComplex Transaction AnalysisExpert Drafting And Negotiation SkillsRegulatory Approval Strategy

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Hard Skills

Legal AnalysisTransaction StructuringRegulatory ComplianceRisk ManagementNegotiationDraftingFinancial Impact AnalysisRegulatory FilingsBoard Presentation PreparationLegal Research

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingAttention To DetailOrganizational SkillsProactive CollaborationConfidentiality

Certifications & Qualifications

Law DegreeLicensed To Practice Law

Industry Keywords

ReinsuranceStructured FinanceCapital ManagementInsurance RegulationM&AFinancial InstitutionsInsurance ProductsGlobal Business OperationsComplianceRegulatory Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as regulatory counsel on complex reinsurance, M&A, capital management, structured finance and other strategic transactions
Analyze structures and deal documents for regulatory implications
Identify required approvals, notifications and ongoing compliance requirements and incorporate them into transaction design and timetables
Develop and execute regulatory strategies for transactions
Anticipate supervisory concerns, plan regulator engagement and advise on alternatives that achieve business objectives while managing risk
Explain complex transactions to regulators
Prepare applications, filings, notifications, presentations and responses describing transaction structure, rationale and risk impact
Lead or support discussions with the Missouri Department of Commerce & Insurance, the Bermuda Monetary Authority and other insurance regulators
Prepare management for regulatory meetings and examinations
Work with deal teams, finance, tax, actuarial, risk and outside advisers to reflect regulatory requirements in deal terms and documentation
Coordinate regulatory approvals with related corporate and board approvals
Coordinate regulatory matters across regions with regional legal teams, Compliance and Government Relations
Track the regulatory pipeline, conditions and commitments
Oversee satisfaction of regulatory conditions after closing
Manage outside counsel and other resources
Support the SVP, Reinsurance & Regulatory Counsel on other complex matters as needed
Partner with Global Law & Compliance colleagues, business leaders and senior management
Lead internal and external resources independently as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Law degree from an accredited law school
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college
Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. State or relevant legal jurisdiction
12+ years’ experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or corporate legal function
Substantial experience leading M&A, reinsurance, financing, capital markets, structured finance or other complex transactions
Proven ability to analyze complex transaction structures, identify legal, execution and regulatory risks, and lead negotiations through signing and closing
Ability to explain complex transaction structures and their financial and risk impacts clearly and credibly to regulators, directors and business leaders, orally and in writing
Expert drafting, review and negotiation skills, including clear, well-organized board- and regulator-facing materials
Ability to identify and interpret business, contractual, execution and regulatory issues and translate them into practical transaction and approval strategies
Ability to build trusted relationships with regulators, directors and senior management
Ability to provide legal advice at the level of an experienced law firm partner
Ability to manage, or quickly develop the skills to manage, attorneys and other legal professionals
Highly organized, results-oriented and attentive to detail
Ability to set priorities and meet transaction, filing and regulatory deadlines across multiple time zones
Flexible, proactive and accountable collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Commitment to continuously developing skills in evolving technologies and practices
Preferred: Experience obtaining regulatory approvals for complex transactions involving regulated financial institutions or insurance companies
Preferred: Experience with U.S. insurance holding company regulation and/or Bermuda, UK or EU insurance regulatory regimes
Preferred: Experience with life and health insurance and reinsurance products and insurance-related structured finance or third-party capital transactions
Preferred: Experience in a global business enterprise with operations on various continents
Preferred: Experience managing other attorneys
Preferred: 15+ years’ experience as an attorney

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus plan
Long-term equity incentive plan eligibility for some positions
Health benefits
Retirement benefits
Other employee benefits
Respectful, welcoming work environment
Career development opportunities
AI-enabled personalized job recommendations, interview scheduling, and chatbot support during preliminary screening