Corporate Counsel - Hybrid or Remote Opportunity

ZipRecruiter; Duluth (MN); Remote; USD 115,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector is seeking a Corporate Counsel to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. This role involves legal research, contract negotiations, and providing guidance on internal policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in insurance law, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

401(K) retirement plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible work schedules

Generous time off program

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Iowa.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in insurance law.
• Detail-oriented with organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and provide actionable insights.
• Review and negotiate contracts.
• Draft and update company policies for compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

As the Corporate Counsel, you will play a critical role in ensuring the company's compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. You will have a wide range of responsibilities, including legal research, contract review, policy drafting, media and marketing review, conflict of interest management, HR investigations, and providing legal advice on various P&C insurance underwriting/product, insurance licensing and compliance matters. To be an ideal candidate for this role, you will have a strong background in P&C insurance law and regulatory compliance, excellent analytical skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Accountabilities:

• Conduct thorough research on legal and regulatory matters affecting the company and provide actionable insights, with special focus on underwriting and product expertise.
• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts to ensure compliance with legal standards and protect the company's interests.
• Develop and update company policies as needed to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Review media and marketing materials to ensure compliance with advertising laws and regulations.
• Conduct conflict of interest surveys and draft memos to address potential conflicts.
• Conduct investigations into HR-related legal issues and provide guidance on resolution.
• Provide legal advice on managing company and individual licensing, MGA/TPA, independent adjuster, and other requirements.
• Address and resolve compliance matters to ensure the company's adherence to legal standards.
• Assist in reviewing and responding to licensing subpoenas.
• Provide summaries and input regarding relevant new laws and regulations, and assist in their legal interpretation and implementation.
• Offer legal input for regulatory exams and respond to complaints.
• Design and conduct legal and regulatory audits of business functional areas.
• Update compliance training programs to ensure they meet current legal standards.
• Help refine internal business processes to enhance compliance and legal efficiency.
• Perform other related work as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Iowa.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in insurance law and regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and provide exemplary customer service.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Compensation:

• Full-Time: $115,000 - $175,000 commensurate with experience, plus bonus eligibility

Benefits:

We are proud to offer a robust benefits suite that includes:

• Competitive base salary plus incentive plans for eligible team members
• 401(K) retirement plan that includes a company match of up to 6% of your eligible salary
• Free basic life and AD&D, long-term and short-term insurance
• Medical, dental and vision plans to meet your unique healthcare needs
• Wellness incentives
• Generous time off program that includes personal, holiday and volunteer paid time off
• Flexible work schedules and hybrid/remote options for eligible positions
• Educational assistance

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