Legal Counsel - A&H

AXIS Capital; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Job summary

AXIS Capital, based in Alpharetta, GA, is seeking a legal advisor for U.S. healthcare compliance. This role requires 3-5 years of experience and a J.D. from a U.S. law school. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with regulations while providing legal guidance for product launches and marketing strategies.

In this position, you will draft and negotiate agreements, manage regulatory training, and keep abreast of legislative changes impacting the company. AXIS Capital offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $150,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in legal or regulatory compliance.
• Member in good standing of at least one state’s bar association.
• Ability to tackle a variety of legal issues proactively.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal review and guidance for product launches and marketing.
• Draft and negotiate transactional agreements for A&H products.
• Manage regulatory fraud training and reporting for U.S. entities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Legal research proficiency

Relationship-building

Proactive approach

PC skills and Microsoft product knowledge

Education

J.D. from a U.S. law school

Job description

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital - a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry. At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

How does this role contribute to our collective success?

While the focus of this role will be on U.S. operations, the Accident & Health (A&H) Business Unit is growing internationally. You'll collaborate with U.S., Canadian and cross‑functional partners to support broader organizational goals. If you enjoy problem‑solving across new markets and want to grow beyond pure regulatory work into corporate and strategic advisory matters, this role is for you. You will serve as a day‑to‑day legal advisor for U.S. healthcare, regulatory, and compliance matters, translating complex laws, rules and regulations into clear, actionable business guidance across departments. You will provide guidance on new product launches, product revisions, enhancements and implementation of services.

What will you do in this role?

• Work with A&H Product Development, Marketing, Underwriting, Claims and Operations to provide legal review and practical guidance for product launches, marketing campaigns and implementation of new products and services.
• Provide regulatory advice and legal review of advertising and marketing materials related to the sale of A&H products, including consumer‑facing disclosures, enrollment platforms, customer communications and fulfillment packages.
• Draft, review and negotiate A&H insurance and reinsurance transactional agreements such as NDAs, insurance program manager agreements, administrative services agreements, letters of credit, security agreements, letters of authority, vendor contracting, third‐party claim handling agreements, and more.
• Manage company and vendor regulatory fraud training and reporting for U.S. legal entities.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of A&H form and rate filings, including responding to form/rate filing objections from Departments of Insurance.
• Respond to complaints, regulatory inquiries and market‑conduct investigations/exams.
• Research unique legal issues impacting the organization by identifying applicable laws, rules, regulations and judicial decisions.
• Keep updated on legislative and regulatory changes that may affect the company and its partners.

What you need to have

• 3-5 years of experience in legal or regulatory compliance.
• A J.D. from a U.S. law school and a member in good standing of at least one state’s bar association.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to translate complex regulatory concepts into actionable guidance.
• Ability to tackle a variety of legal issues with a proactive approach to getting things done.
• Proficient in legal research.
• Excellent PC skills and knowledge of the Microsoft product suite.

What we prefer you have

• Practical working knowledge of Accident & Health insurance compliance and regulatory requirements, including state and federal healthcare‑related laws that impact our business (e.g., PPACA, ERISA).
• Familiarity with privacy and data security, including HIPAA, GDPR, state consumer privacy laws, and AI regulations.

Salary & Benefits

For this position, we currently expect to offer a base salary in the range of $120,000 - $150,000 (GA), $140,000 - $170,000 (NY). Your salary offer will be based on an assessment of a variety of factors including your specific experience and work location. In addition, you will be offered competitive target incentive compensation, with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance. You will also be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and more.

Where this role is based in the United States of America, this role is Exempt for FLSA purposes.

Rewarding. Challenging. Meaningful. We are shaping the direction of Insurance and Reinsurance during a critical and exciting time for the industry. Whether you are a student approaching graduation or a seasoned professional looking for a new environment, AXIS has the right challenges and career opportunities for you. At AXIS, we value each individual and recognize that attracting and retaining the right people is essential to the success of our company.