Senior Corporate Counsel

Senior Corporate Counsel page is loaded## Senior Corporate Counsellocations: Atlantatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 12 Days Agojob requisition id: JR100235AssuranceAmerica is seeking a Senior Counsel to work out of its Atlanta, GA office. This position will report to the VP, Associate General Counsel and will serve as a key legal advisor to Executive Leadership and business partners across the organization. The Senior Counsel will play a critical role in supporting the Company’s growth strategy by providing practical, solution oriented legal guidance in a highly regulated property & casualty insurance environment.This position operates on a hybrid schedule, requiring a minimum of three days per week onsite at our Atlanta office. Primary Responsibilities * Provide day-to-day legal advice to Executive Leadership and business units on regulatory, operational and strategic matters impacting the Company.* Interpret and advise on applicable state and federal laws governing property & casualty insurance, including rate and form filings, underwriting, claims, producer licensing, advertising and consumer protection matters.* Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements, including vendor agreements, agency agreements, confidentiality agreements and other commercial contracts.* Partner with Business Leadership to develop, review and enhance internal policies, procedures and controls to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.* Oversee and assist with responses to regulatory inquiries, consumer complaints, subpoenas and Department of Insurance examinations.* Manage outside counsel on litigation and other specialized legal matters, including strategy, budgeting and oversight.* Support corporate governance activities, including maintenance of corporate records and preparation of Board and committee materials as needed.* Monitor regulatory developments and communicate changes in laws and regulations to affected business partners, providing actionable guidance for implementation.* Assist with special projects and strategic initiatives as determined by the VP, Associate General Counsel. Minimum Qualifications * Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and active member in good standing of at least one state bar.* Minimum of seven to ten years of relevant legal experience, preferably within the property & casualty insurance industry, a regulatory agency or a law firm with an insurance practice.* Strong working knowledge of state insurance laws and Department of Insurance regulatory processes.* Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.* Excellent legal research, writing and analytical skills.* Ability to provide practical, business focused legal advice in a fast-paced environment.* Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with Executive Leadership and cross functional teams.* High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and legal research tools such as Westlaw or LexisNexis. #J-18808-Ljbffr