Assistant GC - Client Solutions & Wealth (Hybrid)

Guardian Life; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 179,000 - 294,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Life in New York seeks an Assistant General Counsel for the Client Solutions & Wealth Management practice. Hybrid role with in‑office three days per week, you will provide legal advice to business partners on distribution of individual insurance products and wealth management offerings, and support broker/dealer and registered investment adviser activities.

You will draft agreements, influence cross‑functional teams, monitor regulatory developments, and help implement new laws.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in life insurance and wealth management.
• JD and licensed to practice law in New York.
• Ability to address complex issues and communicate with business leaders.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and counsel to CSWM strategies and innovation initiatives.
• Participate in external forums and build partnerships across Guardian.
• Advise on new distribution and wealth management laws and regulations.
• Represent the CSWM practice to establish compliant policies.
• Provide prompt compliance advice and monitor industry changes.

Skills

JD

Licensed NY Attorney

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Licensed to practice law in New York

Job description

Guardian Life in New York seeks an Assistant General Counsel for the Client Solutions & Wealth Management practice. Hybrid role with in‑office three days per week, you will provide legal advice to business partners on distribution of individual insurance products and wealth management offerings, and support broker/dealer and registered investment adviser activities.

You will draft agreements, influence cross‑functional teams, monitor regulatory developments, and help implement new laws.