Associate General Counsel II

AAA The Auto Club Group; United States; Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary AAA membership with road

Adoption assistance program

Job summary

The Auto Club Group (ACG) is hiring a Senior Counsel for the Office of the General Counsel. This role delivers high-level legal guidance across multiple core business areas, including regulatory, corporate, and litigation matters, supporting senior leadership and business units.

Hybrid position in the United States, reporting to an office 1-2 times per year, with remote day-to-day work and occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree required and active State Bar membership.
• Experience delivering high-level legal advice across multiple specialties for corporate clients.
• Experience in insurance or financial services industries; large corporate environment preferred.
• Ability to lead teams and manage cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level legal guidance across core business areas and senior management.
• Review contracts and other legal documents for complex matters.
• Lead interdisciplinary teams and manage strategic initiatives.
• Advise on regulatory, compliance, and risk management issues.

Skills

Insurance law

Corporate law

Litigation management

Regulatory compliance

Contract drafting/review

Strategic legal advice

Leadership

Team collaboration

Remote work adaptability

Project management

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Job Type:Full timeExempt/Non Exempt:SalaryJob Description:Location Details:Hybrid position reporting to an office roughly 1-2 times per year. This position is currently able to work remotely from a home office location for day-to-day operations unless occasional travel for meetings, collaborative activities, or team building activities is specified by leadership. This is subject to change based on amendments and/or modifications to the ACG Flex Work policy.Position Schedule:Monday- Friday 8am-5pmPosition Summary:The Office of the General Counsel for The Auto Club Group (ACG) is responsible for providing legal advice and counsel to business units throughout the organization. Corporate specialties include, but are not limited to: Anti-trust, Bankruptcy, Litigation, Compliance, Computer Licensing, Contracts, Copyrights, Corporate Law, Employment Law, Employee Benefits, Financial Operations, Insurance Operations/Regulations, Marketing, and Real Estate Property.Provide the highest level of technical oversight and legal advice regarding the most complex and important matters pertaining to corporate issues. Act as the \"legal authority\" in specific disciplines due to extensive experience, vision, commitment and/or educational background within their specialty. Advocate a strong team and client relationship within the company and with the various organizations, agencies and professional legal authorities. Provide guidance, direction and motivation to peers and other legal staff. Act as a project manager for projects having broad corporate impact. Review contracts and/or legal documents.Research and analyze highly technical and specialized legal questions and issues as they relate to specific disciplines. Develop and recommend legal strategies and prepares any necessary material to keep senior management informed regarding achievement of objectives and accomplishments of stated goals. Advise senior management on a regular basis on the legal ramifications of corporate decisions and organization practices. Assist senior management with short and long term business plans and identifies opportunities to improve department performance and effectiveness.Supervisory Responsibilities:NoneQualifications:RequiredEducation (include minimum education and any licensing/certifications):Juris Doctor degreeMember of any State Bar with authorization to represent the companyExperience:Highly complex and strategic legal analysis related to multiple core business areas or functionsRendering legal advice and complex strategic advice in multiple specialties to Company clients for legal issues regularly involving two or more state jurisdictionsRendering the highest level of technical legal advice to business clients, with a complete understanding of the Company's business operations, finances, and products, as well as the ability to translate strategic business objectives into a bottom-line impact from a business and legal perspectiveMultiple legal specialties (e.g. class action litigation, claims litigation, product, regulatory, etc.)Broad and varied legal assignments that require a high level of creative legal thinkingconducting legal research and preparing formal legal documentsProject planning and managementWorking in a General Counsel department within the insurance or banking industry or large corporationDrafting high level strategic documents for senior managementAdvising members of senior management on a regular basis on matters critical to the organizationExperience working with professional staff to include:organization and planninganalyzing and problem solvingjudgment and decision makingleadershipteam building and cooperationKnowledge and Skills:Specific expertise in one or more of the following:Insurance law, including litigation, corporate, regulatory, and compliance.Litigation management, including effective management of litigation expenses and litigation case closure·Compliance programs affecting corporations generally·Corporate law, including corporate organization, operations, mergers/acquisitions, finance, anti-trust, copyright, trademark, etc.Ability to:Consistently demonstrate advanced levels of professional maturity, leadership, productivity and judgment similar to a partner level in an outside law firmDemonstrate advanced teamwork, attitude, and interpersonal skills including being accessible and available to clients and colleagues with the ability to inspire and motivate others to achieve corporate and department goalsCommunicate clearly, concisely and persuasively about complex technical legal issuesEstablish and maintain effective working relationships within the company and with various organizations, agencies and legal authoritiesLead interdisciplinary teams on critical issuesWork independently with a high degree of self-discipline, initiative, accountability, and responsiveness in a primarily remote work environment, while maintaining strong collaboration and engagement with members of the Office of the General Counsel and business clients.Foster strong working relationships across the Office of the General Counsel, actively share knowledge and best practices, and contribute to a collaborative and high-performing legal team.PreferredExperience reviewing, drafting, and advising on insurance policy forms, endorsements, coverage provisions, and related product matters.Active member in good standing of the Florida, North Carolina, and/or South Carolina State Bar.Work Environment:Hybrid position reporting to an office roughly 1-2 times per year. This position is currently able to work remotely from a home office location for day-to-day operations unless occasional travel for meetings, collaborative activities, or team building activities is specified by leadership. This is subject to change based on amendments and/or modifications to the ACG Flex Work policy.Compensation & Benefits Overview:ACG complies with all applicable state and local laws regarding required benefits (including PTO, paid sick leave, etc.).CompensationThe annual salary range for this position is $159,910 - $191,880 with annual bonus potential, based on performance.BenefitsAt ACG, we offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth.Health & WellnessMedical plans with multiple coverage options, including HSA eligibility.Prescription drug coverage.Dental and vision benefits.Employee Assistance Program (confidential support services).Financial Protection & InsuranceCompany-paid basic life insurance.Optional supplemental life insurance and dependent coverage.Short-term and long-term disability coverage.Critical illness, accident, and pet insurance options.Retirement & Savings401(k) plan to support long-term financial goals. 3% automatic deferral upon eligibility; may contribute 1% to 50% of eligible earnings, either pre or post tax. Company match of 50% paid on employee contributions up to 6% of pay, payable to employees following the end of the year; immediate vesting. Additional company contribution of 4% of pay each pay day into your account; 100% vested after three (3) years of service.Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options.Time Off & LeavePaid Time Off (PTO): Accrual-based, increases with tenure, eligible at 90 days of employment. Full-time new employees will receive up to 12 PTO days annually; accrual based on start date and may include additional PTO based on role and/or state & local requirements. Part-time employee PTO hours are calculated based upon the standard weekly hours the employee is scheduled to work and will accrue at a minimum of 3 hours per month.Paid Holidays: Full-time employees are eligible for 10 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day, 2 floating holidays and 1 volunteer day. Holidays vary by business unit schedules. Part-time employees are eligible for 8 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day and 2 floating holidays. Holidays vary by business unit schedules.Paid leave programs, including parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military leave.Career Growth & EducationTuition assistanceProfessional certification support with 100% reimbursement for eligible programs.Opportunities for career development and advancement.Additional PerksComplimentary AAA membership with roadside assistance and travel discounts.Adoption assistance program.Who We AreBecome a part of something bigger.The Auto Club Group (ACG) provides membership, travel, insurance, and financial service offerings to approximately 14+ million members and customers across 14 states and 2 U.S. territories through AAA, Meemic, and Fremont brands. ACG belongs to the national AAA federation and is the second largest AAA club in North America.By continuing to invest in more advanced technology, pursuing innovative products, and hiring a highly skilled workforce, AAA continues to build upon its heritage of providing quality service and helping our members enjoy life’s journey through insurance, travel, financial services, and roadside assistance.And when you join our team, one of the first things you’ll notice is that same, whole-hearted, enthusiastic advocacy for each other.We have positions available for every walk of life! AAA prides itself on creating an inclusive and welcoming environment of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints, realizing our differences make us stronger.To learn more about AAA The Auto Club Group visit www.aaa.comImportant Note:ACG’s Compensation philosophy is to provide a market-competitive structure of fair, equitable and performance-based pay to attract and retain excellent talent that will enable ACG to meet its short and long-term goals. ACG utilizes a geographic pay differential as part of the base salary compensation program. Pay ranges outlined in this posting are based on the various ranges within the geographic areas which ACG operates. Salary at time of offer is determined based on these and other factors as associated with the job and job level.The above statements describe the principal and essential functions, but not all functions that may be inherent in the job. This job requires the ability to perform duties contained in the job description for this position, including, but not limited to, the above requirements. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants, as needed, to enable them to fulfill these requirements.The Auto Club Group, and all its affiliated companies, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Regular and reliable attendance is essential for the function of this job.AAA The Auto Club Group is committed to providing a safe workplace. Every applicant offered employment within The Auto Club Group will be required to consent to a background and drug screen based on the requirements of the position.