Assistant General Counsel

Acrisure Trade Credit; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

HSA/FSA benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Acrisure seeks an Assistant General Counsel to specialize in commercial contracting and transactional work in a fast-paced fintech environment. You will draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of SaaS, IT, and vendor agreements while partnering with sales, marketing, and operations to close deals efficiently.

The role requires strong drafting skills, business acumen, and the ability to manage risk with minimal supervision. On-site collaboration and cross-functional leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 5–8 years of legal experience, preferably with in-house and law firm exposure.
• Significant experience drafting and negotiating SaaS, technology, and vendor agreements.
• Strong understanding of contract risk allocation including liability limitations and data protection provisions.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of commercial agreements across Acrisure’s businesses.
• Support transactions including SaaS, IT and cybersecurity services, vendor and procurement contracts.
• Provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance to internal stakeholders under tight deadlines.
• Lead contract negotiations with customers, vendors, and partners while balancing risk and commercial goals.
• Develop and maintain contract templates and clause libraries to accelerate timelines.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Issue spotting

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Job description

## Assistant General CounselApply: 100 Ottawa Ave Sw - GRAND RAPIDS, MI: Full time: Posted Today: JR114540## **About Acrisure** A global fintech leader, Acrisure empowers millions of ambitious businesses and individuals with the right solutions to grow boldly forward. Bringing cutting-edge technology and top-tier human support together, we connect clients with customized solutions across a range of insurance, reinsurance, payroll, benefits, cybersecurity, mortgage services – and more. In the last twelve years, Acrisure has grown in revenue from $38 million to almost $5 billion and employs over 19,000 colleagues in more than 20 countries. Acrisure was built on entrepreneurial spirit. Prioritizing leadership, accountability, and collaboration, we equip our teams to work at the highest levels possible.**Job Summary****About the Role** We are seeking an Assistant General Counsel, reporting to the Senior Associate General Counsel, Corporate, with deep experience in commercial contracting, including SaaS, hosted services, and vendor agreements, to support a fast-paced, growing FinTech business. This role is highly contract- and transactional-focused and is ideal for an attorney who can hit the ground running with minimal oversight. The role requires close partnership with sales, marketing, and other business teams to support revenue-generating transactions and vendor engagements efficiently while effectively and proactively managing and mitigating legal, regulatory, operational and reputational risk. **Responsibilities*** Draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of commercial agreements across Acrisure’s diverse lines of business.* Support a broad portfolio of transactional work, including SaaS agreements, IT and cybersecurity services agreements, vendor and supplier agreements, insurance-related agreements, procurement contracts, SOWs and Order Forms, amendments, and other related transactional documents.* Provide legal support for sales-driven transactions, including drafting and preparing customer contracts, reviewing and responding to counterparty redlines, and partnering closely with sales and operations teams to support deal execution.* Serve as a trusted legal advisor to internal stakeholders, offering practical, business-oriented guidance and solutions in a deadline-driven environment.* Lead contract negotiations with counsel, customers, vendors, and partners, balancing risk management with commercial objectives.* Support marketing and go-to-market initiatives, including review of customer-facing marketing and advertising materials.* Manage multiple matters with often competing priorities simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines and timelines.* Develop and maintain standardized templates, playbooks, and clause libraries to drive consistency and accelerate contracting timelines.* Serve as a shared resource across the legal team, cross-collaborating with colleagues across practice areas and cross-training on different legal functions to provide flexible, well-rounded support where needed.* Evaluate legal risks associated with new products, programs, and business opportunities.* Perform other duties and provide additional legal support as needed.**Desired Attributes** * Pragmatic, solutions-oriented, and business-minded.* Comfortable operating in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to partner effectively with sales, marketing, and business teams.* Confident negotiator capable of handling customer-facing interactions.* Organized, responsive, and able to prioritize competing demands.* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and high volume environment, while providing quality legal advice and support.* Strong attention to detail and impeccable drafting skills.* Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and commitment to timely, solution-oriented legal support.* Collaborative approach with the ability to build relationships and influence across functions.**Nice to Have** * Experience working in a regulatory industry, preferably related to insurance or other financial services.* Experience or familiarity with insurance (property casualty, life and health) products or other financial products and services.* Experience reviewing or advising on marketing or advertising materials.* Background in technology, cybersecurity, or professional services.* Experience improving contract processes or supporting scaling sales organizations.* Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as the FTC Act, CAN-SPAM Act, TCPA, TSR. **Education and Experience** * J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.* 5–8 years of legal experience, preferably with a combination of law firm and in-house experience.* Significant experience drafting and negotiating SaaS, technology, and vendor agreements.* Demonstrated experience supporting sales and transactional workflows in a fast-paced environment.* Strong understanding of contract risk allocation, including limitation of liability, indemnification, and data protection provisions.* Ability to work independently and autonomously with minimal supervision and oversight, while exercising sound judgment.* Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, analytical, and issue-spotting skills.* Enthusiasm for embracing AI and technology-enabled solutions to improve efficiency, consistency, and business support. **Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.****Why Join Us:**At Acrisure, we’re building more than a business, we’re building a community where people can grow, thrive, and make an impact. Our benefits are designed to support every dimension of your life, from your health and finances to your family and future.Making a lasting impact on the communities it serves, Acrisure has pledged more than $22 million through its partnerships with Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Blythedale Children's Hospital in Valhalla, New York.**Employee Benefits**We also offer our employees a comprehensive suite of benefits and perks, including:* **Physical Wellness:** Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.* **Mental Wellness:** Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.* **Financial Wellness:** Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.* **Family Care:** Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.* **... and so much more!***This list is not exhaustive of all available benefits. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply to certain offerings. Benefits may vary based on subsidiary entity and geographic location.***Acrisure is an Equal Opportunity Employer.** We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting *[e-mail]*.