Counsel, Absence Management

Alternate Locations: Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania); Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Hartford, CT (Connecticut); Omaha, NE (Nebraska)

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid : Employee will work 3 days a week in a Lincoln office

Relocation assistance: is not available for this opportunity.

Requisition #: 76393

The Role at a Glance

We're excited to add a Counsel, Absence Management to support our Absence Management product portfolio. In this role, you will provide legal guidance and support related to the development, sale, and administration of the Company's insurance products, absence management solutions, and related services. You will also advise the Company in one or more of the following areas: Group Protection contract review and negotiation, employment law, ERISA, absence management, and privacy.

What you'll be doing

• Serving as a subject matter expert for internal stakeholders on complex matters involving absence management, statutory disability, and accommodation services.
• Providing strategic guidance on complex assignments, projects, and initiatives designed to strengthen and enhance Lincoln's absence management, statutory disability, and accommodation service offerings.
• Acting as a key legal advisor in cross-functional environments, partnering with business leaders to evaluate current and emerging practices, identifying legal and regulatory risks, and recommending appropriate controls and process improvements.
• Counseling business partners on complex legal issues related to absence management, statutory disability, and accommodation services to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies while mitigating enterprise risk.
• Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and advising on business contracts, coordinating with internal stakeholders and other contract review teams as needed.
• Leading and collaborating with internal partners to develop practical, business-focused solutions to legal and operational issues impacting Group Protection.
• Researching, analyzing, and advising clients regarding laws and regulations applicable to insurance products and related services, including absence management solutions.
• Leading special projects and partnering with team members to improve, streamline, and enhance processes, procedures, and operational effectiveness.

What we’re looking for

Must Have:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school and active membership in at least one state bar in good standing.
• 5-7+ years of legal experience in a law firm, corporate legal department, or comparable environment with responsibilities directly aligned to this role.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex legal concepts effectively and present information to diverse audiences, including claims professionals, outside counsel, business leaders, senior executives, and other stakeholders.

Nice to Have:

• Experience advising on absence management, disability, accommodation, FMLA, ADA, leave administration, or employee benefits matters.
• Knowledge of ERISA, employment-related laws, privacy regulations, and insurance industry regulations.
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to balance legal risk with practical business solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 4, 2026, subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.

What’s it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.

What’s in it for you:

• Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes

• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

• PTO/parental leave

• Competitive 401K and employee benefits

• Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program

• Tuition assistance program

• Work arrangements that work for you

• Effective productivity/technology tools and training

The pay range for this position is $152,250 - $243,600 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.

About The Company

Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services.

With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach.

Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice.

Lincoln is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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Additional Information

This position may be subject to Lincoln’s Political Contribution Policy. An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln’s current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.

Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted through our web site or to personal e-mail accounts of employees of Lincoln Financial are considered property of Lincoln Financial and are not subject to payment of agency fees.

Lincoln Financial ("Lincoln" or "the Company") is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability. Opportunities throughout Lincoln are available to employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling View phone number on aiapply.co.

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