VP, Business Unit Counsel

Arch Capital Group•Jersey City, NJ

About The Position

Arch is a place where legal, business, and operational teams work side‑by‑side to build solutions that move the industry forward. We’re adding to our legal team that partners closely with the business to move boldly, think creatively, and deliver solutions that help our insurance operations thrive. We’re a collaborative, forward‑thinking company where legal is a true business partner. Our culture is built on expertise, curiosity, shared problem‑solving, and a mindset that embraces possibility. This role serves as a trusted advisor to our Travel and Accident & Health business units, partnering closely with leadership to guide product development, regulatory strategy, commercial distribution, marketing, and claims. It is a key role in enabling Arch’s travel protection plans, travel medical assistance services, and specialty A&H offerings.

Requirements

Strong commercial contracting, negotiation, and communication skills.
Experience in insurance regulatory /compliance or personal/quasi-personal lines, transactional, or corporate matters.
Exceptional diligence and analytical skills.
A practical, business‑oriented mindset with the ability to balance legal risk with operational and strategic realities and translate legal requirements into clear actionable guidance.
Strong collaboration skills and the ability to influence across functions.
Curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to explore new approaches in a rapidly evolving insurance landscape.
Responsiveness and strong service orientation.
Capability to identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics, extract data from various sources, analyze data to derive insights, compile data from various sources, and meaningfully interpret and present the findings clearly and concisely through reports, dashboards, or presentations to support making effective decisions.
Demonstrated understanding of the insurance regulatory environment.
Experience interfacing effectively with all levels of management and with both internal and external constituents.
Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.
Highly organized, analytical, and detail-oriented.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic developing environment.
Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
10+ years of relevant legal experience (in‑house or major law firm).

Nice To Haves

Background in Travel or Accident & Health products.
Knowledge of Travel & A&H ecosystems, distribution models, regulatory frameworks, and compliance.
Experience with digital distribution, affiliate marketing, or embedded insurance.

Responsibilities

Work cross‑functionally with leaders in compliance, operations, product development, and technology to support initiatives that modernize and enhance our insurance offerings.
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of insurance‑related agreements, including vendor contracts, distribution agreements, and program agreements.
Monitor and interpret evolving state and federal insurance regulations, helping business partners anticipate changes and adapt proactively.
Support innovation efforts by advising on new products, digital tools, and emerging business models within the Travel and A&H space.
Contribute to a collaborative legal culture that values knowledge‑sharing, transparency, and continuous improvement.