• Corporate Counsel - Hybrid Opportunity

    GuideOne Insurance (West Des Moines, IA)


    As the Corporate Counsel, you will play a critical role in ensuring the company's compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. You will have a wide range of responsibilities, including legal research, contract review, policy drafting, media and marketing review, conflict of interest management, HR investigations, and providing legal advice on various P&C insurance underwriting/product, insurance licensing and compliance matters. To be an ideal candidate for this role, you will have a strong background in P&C insurance law and regulatory compliance, excellent analytical skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

    Accountabilities:

    + Conduct thorough research on legal and regulatory matters affecting the company and provide actionable insights, with special focus on underwriting and product expertise.

    + Review, draft, and negotiate contracts to ensure compliance with legal standards and protect the company's interests.

    + Develop and update company policies as needed to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

    + Review media and marketing materials to ensure compliance with advertising laws and regulations.

    + Conduct conflict of interest surveys and draft memos to address potential conflicts.

    + Conduct investigations into HR-related legal issues and provide guidance on resolution.

    + Provide legal advice on managing company and individual licensing, MGA/TPA, independent adjuster, and other requirements.

    + Address and resolve compliance matters to ensure the company's adherence to legal standards.

    + Assist in reviewing and responding to licensing subpoenas.

    + Provide summaries and input regarding relevant new laws and regulations, and assist in their legal interpretation and implementation.

    + Offer legal input for regulatory exams and respond to complaints.

    + Design and conduct legal and regulatory audits of business functional areas.

    + Update compliance training programs to ensure they meet current legal standards.

    + Help refine internal business processes to enhance compliance and legal efficiency.

    + Perform other related work as assigned.

    Qualifications:

    + Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

    + Licensed to practice law in the state of Iowa.

    + Minimum 8 years of experience in insurance law and regulatory compliance.

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

    + Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    + Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

    + Ability to manage multiple priorities and provide exemplary customer service.

    + Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

    + Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

    Benefits:

    We are proud to offer a robust benefits suite that includes:

    + Competitive base salary plus incentive plans for eligible team members

    + 401(K) retirement plan that includes a company match of up to 6% of your eligible salary

    + Free basic life and AD&D, long-term disability and short-term disability insurance

    + Medical, dental and vision plans to meet your unique healthcare needs

    + Wellness incentives

    + Generous time off program that includes personal, holiday and volunteer paid time off

    + Flexible work schedules and hybrid/remote options for eligible positions

    + Educational assistance

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