Legal Counsel

Dayforce US, Inc.; Minnesota; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Legal Counsel specializing in insurance to provide regulatory guidance and support product development. In this dynamic role, you will navigate state insurance laws, ensuring compliance while advising cross-functional teams. Your expertise will be vital in handling legal inquiries and drafting documentation on regulatory trends. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. This role is perfect for a confident self-starter ready to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth setting.

Benefits

Comprehensive Wellness Initiatives

Excellent Time Away from Work Programs

Volunteer Days

Competitive Pay

Professional Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-7 years as a licensed attorney with insurance industry experience.
• Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on regulatory insurance matters.
• Monitor changes in legislative requirements and integrate them into products.

Skills

Legal Research

Insurance Law Interpretation

Regulatory Compliance

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Posted Friday, May 2, 2025 at 4:00 AM | Expires Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 3:59 AM

Dayforce is a global human capital management (HCM) company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, with operations across North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA), and the Asia Pacific Japan (APJ) region. Our award-winning Cloud HCM platform offers a unified solution database and continuous calculation engine, driving efficiency, productivity and compliance for the global workforce. Our brand promise - Makes Work Life Better TM - Reflects our commitment to employees, customers, partners and communities globally.

Location : Work is what you do, not where you go. For this role, we are open to remote work and can hire anywhere in the United States.

About the opportunity
As Legal Counsel, Insurance at Dayforce, you will provide legal and regulatory guidance on state insurance laws and regulations related to our insurance offerings. This role plays a vital part in supporting product development and license expansion initiatives by interpreting and applying insurance regulations to Dayforce’s existing and new offerings. You will act as the primary legal resource for insurance compliance across the organization.

What you’ll get to do

• Provide legal counsel to Dayforce’s insurance business and operational teams, serving as the dedicated legal advisor on regulatory insurance matters.
• Support Legal, Compliance, and business units with the interpretation and application of state insurance laws to existing and upcoming products.
• Conduct legal research and communicate findings in a business-relevant, actionable manner.
• Monitor changes in legislative and regulatory requirements at both state and federal levels and help integrate these changes into Dayforce’s products and processes.
• Advise on insurance-related marketing campaigns, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Handle escalated legal and regulatory issues arising from Dayforce’s insurance offerings.
• Draft documentation outlining key regulatory trends across jurisdictions and provide guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Assist with managing and responding to regulatory inquiries, audits, and exams.
• Partner cross-functionally to assess legal risks and align solutions with business objectives.

Skills and experience we value

• 3–7 years of experience as a licensed attorney with direct experience in the insurance industry.
• Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills.
• Experience interpreting and advising on U.S. state insurance laws; voluntary benefits and/or health insurance experience is a plus.
• Licensed to practice law in any U.S. state.
• Proven ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, practical guidance for business teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills with experience collaborating across departments and seniority levels.
• Ability to adapt to evolving business priorities and regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in ambiguous or unsettled legal contexts.
• Confident self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

What would make you really stand out

• Prior experience supporting legal compliance in a technology or SaaS-driven environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead legal initiatives tied to new product launches or geographic expansion.
• Familiarity with multi-jurisdictional compliance in insurance law and how to manage overlapping requirements.

What’s in it for you

Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment.

We encourage individuals to apply based on their passions.

Dayforce encourages personal and professional growth. We offer excellent time away from work programs, comprehensive wellness initiatives and recognition through competitive pay and benefits.

With a commitment to community impact, including volunteer days and our charity, Dayforce Cares we provide opportunities for you to thrive both in your career and personal life. Our focus is not just on your job but on supporting you to be the best version of yourself.

About the Salary Ranges

Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience, skills, budget and location. Our company is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

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