Senior Director and Senior Counsel, Shared Services

Key Responsibilities

Contracts and Technology

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including technology licensing, SaaS agreements, vendor contracts, and NDAs.
• Support shared services and business units by identifying and mitigating legal risks in commercial transactions.

Dispute Resolution

• Assist with litigation and outside counsel management.
• Support the negotiation and resolution of business disputes.
• Work with colleagues to analyze and assist with discovery and general document management.

Misc

• Research on topics related to artificial intelligence and cyber security as it relates to insurance companies.
• Review insurance laws and regulations and advise business on strategic plans.

Qualification & Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Law Degree from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law or ability to become licensed in Illinois
• 3-5 years of experience as a practicing attorney
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent research and analytical skills, with the ability to apply legal principles to practical business situations
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and influence stakeholders at various levels of the organization
• Strong analytical skills

Preferred

• Experience in the insurance or technology industry
• Prior in-house experience

Benefits

In addition to compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Health/dental/vision, life insurance, FSA and HSA, 401(k) plan, Employee Assistant Program, Back-up Care for Children, Adults and Elders and many health and wellness initiatives. We also offer a Wellness program that enables employees to participate in health initiatives to reduce their insurance premiums.