Senior Counsel, High-Impact Commercial Transactions

Transamerica; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Transamerica is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join the Law Department’s Transactional Group in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will handle high‑value vendor contracts, advise on regulatory and policy matters, and coordinate with Compliance and Procurement.

The role requires a JD from an ABA‑accredited school, at least five years’ practice, and the ability to communicate clearly with senior leadership. Outside counsel management and cross‑functional collaboration are key aspects of the position.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school.
• Five years of relevant legal experience.
• Licensed or eligible to practice in the applicable state.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both written and oral, with the stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal matters for senior management within the transactional practice area, including negotiation of high-value vendor agreements and regulatory responses.
• Advise the business on issues impacting significant functional areas of the company.
• Manage outside counsel and select counsel for matters from pre-selected firms.
• Lead cross-functional working groups and identify gaps in policies related to legal issues.

Skills

Negotiation

Legal analysis

Communication

Contract drafting

Education

JD from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Transamerica is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join the Law Department’s Transactional Group in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will handle high‑value vendor contracts, advise on regulatory and policy matters, and coordinate with Compliance and Procurement.

The role requires a JD from an ABA‑accredited school, at least five years’ practice, and the ability to communicate clearly with senior leadership. Outside counsel management and cross‑functional collaboration are key aspects of the position.