Senior Counsel – PE-backed Insurance Platform (NYC)

The Rogan Group, Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance platform in New York City is seeking a Senior Counsel to provide legal support for its MGA business. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in insurance regulatory and transactional matters, coupled with strong drafting and negotiation skills. Responsibilities include advising on compliance frameworks and corporate governance, managing legal resources, and partnering with senior leadership to drive strategic initiatives. This role requires professional integrity and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience as a practicing attorney, including at least 3 years supporting MGA or similar insurance platform operations.
• Significant experience with insurance transactional and regulatory matters.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide pragmatic, business-oriented legal counsel on insurance and corporate matters.
• Lead drafting, review, and negotiation of key agreements.
• Advise on insurance regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.

Skills

Strong drafting and negotiation skills

Ability to advise on regulatory and compliance frameworks

Excellent communication skills

Strong business judgment

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Job description

Senior Counsel - PE-backed Insurance Platform (NYC)

Our client, a leading, growth-oriented insurance platform is seeking a Senior Counsel to support its managing general agent (MGA) business units. This individual will serve as a key legal advisor across transactional, regulatory, corporate governance, and compliance matters, partnering closely with business leadership to drive strategic initiatives while effectively managing risk.

Responsibilities

• Provide pragmatic, business-oriented legal counsel on insurance, corporate, and regulatory matters impacting MGA operations
• Partner with senior leadership to support strategic initiatives and advise on complex, high-impact issues with enterprise-level implications
• Lead drafting, review, and negotiation of key agreements, including MGA/program administrator, producer/broker, strategic partnership, non-disclosure, and vendor (including IT/technology) contracts
• Oversee general commercial contracting and ensure alignment with legal, compliance, and business objectives
• Advise on insurance regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions; support filings, reporting obligations, and responses to regulatory inquiries or examinations
• Build and maintain relationships with regulators and industry groups while supporting broader regulatory strategy
• Oversee corporate governance for a large portfolio of legal entities, including board and committee support and entity management matters:
  • Advise on corporate transactions, restructurings, and related governance considerations
  • Provide guidance on compliance frameworks, including data privacy, cybersecurity, and emerging technology (e.g., AI), and support enterprise-wide governance initiatives
• Lead internal training efforts on legal, regulatory, privacy, and cybersecurity risks
• Manage and mentor legal staff and paraprofessionals, including oversight of licensing, governance, and special projects, while coordinating internal and external legal resources

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 7–10 years of experience as a practicing attorney, including at least 3 years supporting MGA or similar insurance platform operations
• Significant experience with insurance transactional and regulatory matters
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills across complex commercial and insurance-related agreements
• Demonstrated ability to advise on regulatory and compliance frameworks, including data privacy and cybersecurity
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment
• Strong business judgment and a practical, solutions-oriented approach to legal problem-solving
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment