Corporate Counsel

Zurich North America; Schaumburg (IL); Hybrid; USD 115,200 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich North America is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join our Corporate Law team in Schaumburg, IL. The role supports regulatory and governance matters, vendor management, data protection, and commercial legal activities across the organization.

The successful candidate holds a JD, is admitted to the Bar, and has 6+ years of legal experience. The position offers a hybrid work model in the Schaumburg headquarters with a salary range disclosed and bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor and 6+ years of experience in the Legal area.
• Member of the Bar.
• Knowledge of NILS, Lexis or Westlaw.

Responsibilities

• Promote organizational values and responsible business conduct.
• Provide legal advice on regulatory requirements for corporate transactions.
• Address conflicts between management and legal entity views and align where possible.
• Advise on laws related to sourcing, procurement, vendor management, and data protection.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

NILS

Lexis

Westlaw

Job description

Zurich North America is hiring a Corporate Counsel to join our Corporate Law team! We are open to hiring talent in Schaumburg, IL Headquarters.

Purpose:

The role holder is responsible for identifying, managing and mitigating legal, regulatory and corporate governance risks, to enable business to achieve strategic and commercial goals in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and to protect and preserve Zurich’s tangible and intangible assets.

Key Accountabilities:

With close legal supervision and oversight:

Corporate Legal - Regulatory and Governance

• Promote the practice of the organizational values, ethic and responsible business conduct.
• Contribute towards the support of the Procurement and Claims Vendor Management functions.
• Provide legal advice to address and manage local legal issues and regulatory requirements in relation to a proposed corporate transaction.
• Address potential conflicts between management and legal entity view by either aligning the two views or by actively identifying and managing the divergence.

Commercial Legal – Insurance:

• In conjunction with Procurement and Vendor Management, advise the business on laws and regulation related to the full range of non-insurance related commercial activities, from sourcing, procurement, vendor management, and data protection, and facilitate establishing and support executing the related activities.
• Business Travel, as required
• Extended Hours during Peak Periods, as required
• Regular Predictable Attendance
• Visibility in the Office, as required

Basic Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor and 6 or more years of experience in the Legal area AND
• Member of the Bar
• Knowledge of NILS, Lexis or Westlaw

Preferred Qualifications:

Insurance Industry experience

• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed Salary range for this position is $115,200.00 - $155,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]

Why Zurich?

At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.

Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.

Zurich North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code

• 1033.

Location(s):

AM - Schaumburg

Remote Working:

Hybrid

Schedule:

Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered:

No