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Job Details:
What you can expect as Counsel:

Independently provide legal support to An Insurance Company relevant to general corporate issues, corporate structure and financial services. Requires a solid working knowledge of products offered, including fixed and variable annuities, life insurance and mutual funds. Possess a broad understanding of how An Insurance Company's products are distributed through various agency channels, broker-dealers, registered investment advisors and insurance marketing organizations. A solid foundation and extensive knowledge of state insurance law, federal securities laws, contract law and agency law are critical to success. Established and solid understanding of the regulatory environment in which An Insurance Company operates and general corporate law as it relates to the Companies and their legal structures is critical.
Independently provide objective, thorough, timely and well-researched legal advice and counsel to business partners on legal matters, allowing management and key decision makers the ability to assess the legal risks of various courses of action to support An Insurance Company business initiatives and risk management strategies.
Independently provide legal advice and counsel on legal questions related to An Insurance Company to ensure compliance with new and existing state, federal and local laws, statutes and regulatory requirements. This includes reviewing new laws and regulations and supporting their implementation with business partners.
Independently provide legal advice and counsel on issues relating to product distribution, including through independent agents, insurance marketing organizations, broker dealers, registered investment advisers and banks and financial institutions.
Independently provide legal advice and counsel on any one or more of the following areas of law and business units: corporate governance, intellectual property, privacy and cybersecurity, real estate, procurement and vendor management, claims management and litigation, human resources, agency services and compliance.
Proactively identify potential legal issues and participate in addressing issues with senior levels of management, including formal presentations to senior management.
Actively participate in trade associations and collaborate with An Insurance Company government relations to determine position on key pending legislation and regulatory changes.
Independently provide legal advice and counsel on in-force policy and contract issues, including underwriting, claims management, product taxation, distributions, grace and lapse and reinstatement.
Lead initiatives and collaborate with other attorneys and professionals in the Legal Department in managing An Insurance Company?s exposure to regulatory fines and penalties or other sanctions; share knowledge and, where required, implement changes to company procedures as a result of litigation and regulatory outcomes.
Understand and aid in executing An Insurance Company strategy, business objectives and goals when providing legal advice and counsel.
Draft and review policy forms, legal correspondence, agreements and releases without the need for supervision and oversight.
Provide supervision and management of outside counsel, including setting expectations of engagement, desired outcomes, strategy and budget, in coordination with Senior Litigation Counsel as necessary.
Develop strong relationships and mutual trust with business clients that foster honest and proactive communication.
Commitment to embrace An Insurance Company Companies shared values (Accountability, Connection, Openness, Respect and Integrity).
As stated within the Company Attendance and Punctuality policy, regular attendance is required and expected in order to meet the business service levels and workflow demands.

What we are looking for:

Juris Doctorate Degree from an ABA accredited law school required
Minimum 8 years' relevant experience preferred
Experience in working with operating areas of a life insurance company and aiding in the development of sound legal and compliance policies and procedures preferred
Experience in law firm and/or in-house environments preferred
Demonstrated ability to think strategically, practically and holistically about appropriate legal solutions
Demonstrated ability to seize opportunities and work independently, efficiently and proactively on multiple projects under tight deadlines
Ability to collaborate with a variety of individuals in a professional, patient and responsive manner
Superior analytical, writing, oral communication, research, investigatory, advocacy, presentation and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to identify and analyze legal issues and to apply known or researched rules of law
Demonstrated attention to detail, professional attitude and commitment to maintain confidentiality of records and information
Desire to mentor other attorneys and professionals in the Legal Department
Due to the financial nature and level of accountability of this position, a credit and criminal background check is required - The Fair Credit Reporting Act requires An Insurance Company to notify you that, as a routine part of processing this application for employment, An Insurance Company may request a consumer report on you to verify all information contained in this application. Such report may include information about work-related behaviors, performance, character, general reputation, and personal characteristics, in addition to information about your previous employment, education, credit history and criminal records

Licenses and Certifications:
A member in good standing of the Iowa Bar (or, admission to and in good standing with another bar enabling reciprocity and admission into the Iowa Bar) required

Travel:
Occasional travel between office locations and conferences required