Jorge M.
About Jorge M.
Jorge M. serves as the Head of Legal, Compliance & Claims for the Latin America and Caribbean region at BMS Group, a position he has held since 2018. He has extensive experience in legal and compliance roles within the insurance and reinsurance sectors, having previously worked at Kennedys and State Farm.
Work at BMS Group
Jorge M. serves as the Head of Legal, Compliance & Claims for Latin America and the Caribbean at BMS Group since 2018. Based in Miami, he has been instrumental in directing the operations of the Claims Department for the region. His role includes providing guidance and establishing policies for reinsurance claims handling, ensuring compliance with legal standards and best practices.
Previous Experience at Kennedys
Prior to his current position, Jorge M. worked at Kennedys, where he held the role of Senior Associate from 2016 to 2018 in Lima, Peru. He began his tenure at Kennedys Americas as an Associate from 2014 to 2016 in Miami, Florida. His experience at Kennedys involved working with insurance and reinsurance law, contributing to his expertise in the field.
Early Career at State Farm
Jorge M. began his career as a Claims Adjuster at State Farm from 2013 to 2014. This role provided him with foundational experience in claims management, which has been beneficial in his subsequent positions within the legal and compliance sectors of the insurance industry.
Education and Expertise
Jorge M. holds a Master's degree in International Law and Legal Studies from the University of Miami School of Law, which he completed from 2010 to 2011. He also earned a Doctor of Law (JD) from Universidad de Lima, where he studied from 1983 to 1994. His educational background supports his specialization in drafting and regulatory compliance for reinsurance contracts, particularly for companies expanding into Latin American and Caribbean markets.
Key Contributions to Multinational Law Firm
Jorge M. played a significant role in the establishment of a successful multinational reinsurance law firm branch in South America. His contributions included incorporation, recruiting, training, and setting up operations, which have been vital for the firm's growth in the region.