The National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC) has an opportunity for an Associate General Counsel in our Legal/Compliance Department. This position provides in-house legal services to NAMIC and affiliated entities, acts as a subject matter expert on legal policy matters, and assists in managing active litigation under the direction of the General Counsel.
Essential functions of the position include: - At the direction of the General Counsel, provides in-house legal services/advice to the management and staff of NAMIC and its affiliates on designated legal matters.
- Provides contract drafting, reviewing, and advising for in-house clients and assists in the review and management of institutional risk parameters for partner and vendor relationships.
- Supports NAMIC's amicus program, driving program growth and member/industry stakeholder engagement on topics of interest before state and federal courts.
- Coordinates with state and federal advocates and the policy team on legal/tort reform related topics of impact.
- Supports day-to-day litigation and legal services management of both business related and direct litigation advocacy (with advocacy areas of NAMIC as the internal client); advises advocacy staff on amicus policy issues, including management of outside counsel, strategy, and monitoring litigation budgets.
- Supports NAMIC's legislative and regulatory compliance resources for NAMIC member companies.
- Represents NAMIC at relevant insurance industry meetings and engages in public speaking and member educational opportunities where needed.
- Builds and maintains positive working relationships with management, staff members, and external contacts.
- Arrives to work on time and maintains a positive attendance record.
- Performs any other duties and projects assigned.
Qualifications include:- Minimum 4 years of legal and/or regulatory compliance experience in the property/casualty insurance industry.
- Law degree from an ABA-accredited school and an active law license in at least one state.
- Qualified to practice law in the State of Indiana in fulfilling essential functions.
- Have earned one or more insurance-related educational certifications such as a CPCU, CCP, AINS or equivalent.
- Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check and must possess an acceptable MVR.
NAMIC is proud to have been selected as one of the Best Places to Work! We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package with this full-time position. Benefits include access to group medical, dental and vision; a matched 401(k) plan; one paid day each year to volunteer with the charity of your choice; generous paid vacation; and more! We have a friendly yet professional work atmosphere where everyone enjoys working hard for the good of our members.
