Contract Development Consultant

• Assist in the preparation of complex detailed documentation including reinsurance agreements treaties term comparison summaries and related documents for prospective longevity reinsurance opportunities in a fast-paced deadline driven environment.
• Prepare and maintain contract documentation including operational process summaries contract term comparisons and collateral management documents for the benefit of the UK Reinsurance business team.
• Develop and issue forms complex and hybrid product structures to support new and existing products within RIS. Prepare filing submission documentation responses to insurance regulators' questions and requests and negotiate approvals with state insurance departments
• Provide support and technical analysis in the translation of contract terms to support operational processes.
• Assist with the implementation of new technologies including AI to support RIS lines of business.
• Manage the procurement distribution storage and compliance tracking of all Non-Disclosure Agreements and Confidentiality Acknowledgements for the UK Reinsurance business.
• Provide technical support in analysis of critical new product ventures by performing research and due diligence and communicating implications to stakeholders.
• Assist in the analysis of proposed and enacted laws and regulations to identify required compliance activities.
• Demonstrate elevated level of impact and influence when collaborating with other internal MetLife departments or when negotiating with state insurance departments.
• Research and respond to internal and external customer questions regarding contract features and compliance.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects; lead and assist on special initiatives requiring project management skills as required .
• Collaborate with team to develop and maintain best practices from an efficiency and governance point of view.
• Provide training and technical support to team members as required.
• Provide support to other lines of business as required.

• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years relevant experience or equivalent business experience of 4+ years.
• Expert level of contract knowledge and advanced technical writing skills and understanding of the insurance industry and product lines.
• Proficient in MS Office suite including Excel Word SharePoint and Teams.
• Strong analytical problem solving and research skills to handle complex issues with a ttention to detail organizational skills and the ability to multitask.
• Self-motivated flexible and enthusiastic with e xcellent oral and written communication skills with ability to engage constructively with associates of various disciplines and levels as well as with insurance department regulators .
• Outcome-focused and deadline oriented with strong interpersonal relationship skills and a strong customer focus.
• Strong interest in identifying and researching opportunities for continuous improvement including digital/automated business solutions integrating technology and process improvements.
• Knowledge of the regulatory requirements and procedures for the development and filing of compliant contract forms associated with longevity reinsurance group life and annuity business.
• Interest in managing projects and reviewing work.

• JD or MBA
• 5+ years of solid contract development compliance or relevant business experience; or 3+ years as attorney .
• Knowledge of and prior experience in the longevity reinsurance marketplace.
• Knowledge of Pension Risk Transfer business defined benefit plans and ERISA is a plus.
• Experience using SERFF.

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