Counsel - Employee Benefits Division

Accountabilities

• Monitor, research, interpret, and assess state and federal laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance affecting Paid Family & Medical Leave, disability, and other employee benefits products.

• Provide practical legal and compliance guidance to stakeholders on product development, operations, claims, distribution, implementation, and related business activities.

• Support the development, launch, administration, and ongoing compliance of employee benefits and group insurance products.

• Review policy forms, certificates, riders, marketing and training materials, and business processes to identify and address regulatory requirements.

• Conduct regulatory research and support insurance department filings, reporting obligations, regulatory inquiries, examinations, complaints, claim appeals, arbitrations, and other regulatory matters.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify compliance risks, evaluate regulatory implications, and develop practical solutions that support business objectives.

• Represent Compliance on cross-functional projects, strategic initiatives, and product development efforts.

• Develop and deliver training, educational resources, and guidance on regulatory requirements and emerging compliance issues.

• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments through relevant industry and trade organizations and communicate impact assessments and recommendations to stakeholders.

• Support the development and maintenance of compliance policies, procedures, controls, and governance frameworks that promote effective regulatory risk management.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

• Active license and good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

• Approximately five years of relevant professional experience or equivalent experience.

• Strong legal research, regulatory analysis, issue-spotting, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex legal and regulatory requirements into practical business recommendations.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and build trusted relationships across business and legal teams.

• Ability to quickly develop expertise in new and evolving subject areas while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Preferred experience supporting employee benefits products, including statutory Paid Family & Medical Leave, disability insurance, group insurance, leave management, accident and health insurance, or related products.

• Preferred insurance industry experience, particularly with an insurance carrier or law firm focused on insurance regulatory matters; insurance litigation experience alone may not be sufficient.

• Preferred experience interpreting and applying state and federal insurance laws and regulations and providing regulatory, compliance, or legal guidance for insurance products and operations.

Benefits

• Targeted base salary of $145,000–$180,000 per year, with actual compensation varying based on location, skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

• Eligibility for additional annual incentive compensation based on individual and organizational performance.

• Remote work environment.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Mental health benefits and employee assistance program.

• Paid time off and other paid time-away benefits.

• Paid parental leave.

• Short-term disability coverage.

• Cultural observance day.

• Contributions to eligible healthcare accounts.

• Pension plan and 401(k) plan with employer matching.

• Employee wellness program with opportunities to earn cash rewards.

• Inclusive workplace focused on supporting employee and family wellbeing.

• Disability accommodations available throughout the application and recruitment process.