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Counsel I, Corporate Affairs

Rhode Island, USA

167 Days ago

Job Description


Under the guidance of the Assistant General Counsel, Corporate Affairs Division, to serve as counsel to and advocate for FM on all matters assigned. Examples include:
  • Advice on governance, data privacy and security, corporate acquisitions/dispositions and joint ventures
  • Consultant, vendor and service contracts
  • Investment and banking transactions
  • Intellectual property matters including nondisclosure agreements, patents, trademarks and copyright
  • Corporate and individual licensing
  • Brokerage agreements
  • Policy contracting and termination matters
  • Legislative and regulatory monitoring, influencing and assuring compliance

Schedule & Location
This is a full-time exempt position that can be based on-site in Johnston, RI or Norwood, MA. Flexibility for one remote workday per week based on business needs. Domestic travel may be required up to 10% annually.

  • Oversee and administer the delivery of timely and effective legal assistance to the FM community except policy defense, litigation and subrogation matters.
  • Monitor, influence, analyze and assure compliance with new or pending legislation, regulations and cases relative to their potential impact on the company, advising appropriate company personnel accordingly; this involves both Federal and State laws and requires an in-depth understanding of the operations of the company.
  • Analyze for management the legal exposures of the company and make recommendations to reduce exposures to liability or to loss of company rights and assets.
  • Initiate or encourage proactive policies, procedures and strategies in this regard.
  • Assure that company operations are within the limits prescribed by law.

  • BA or BS
  • Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school
  • Admission to the Rhode Island Bar or at least one other state bar

Required Work Experience
  • 3+ years in a law firm or corporate legal department

Highly Preferred Work Experience
  • Range of general corporate legal experience, preferably in a property/casualty insurance environment

Required Skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical advice

The annual salary for this position is $117,280 to $168,600 and will be determined based on individual qualifications. Employees enjoy a comprehensive Total Rewards program, including incentives, health and well-being programs, retirement plans, career development, tuition reimbursement, flexible work options, and more!

FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.

Qualification

Juris Doctor (JD)

Practice Areas & Specialty

Compliance/Regulatory, Corporate, Joint Ventures, M&A

Designation

Counsel

Key Skills Required

BrokerageCareer DevelopmentCasualty InsuranceCommunicationComplianceComprehensiveContractingDevelopmentEncourageGovernanceGuidanceInfluenceInsuranceIntellectualIntellectual PropertyLegislationLiabilityLitigationManagementPracticalProactiveReimbursementSecurityState LawsWorkdayWritten Communication

Job Overview


Job Function: Legal Services / Legal

Job Type: Full Time

Workplace Type: Not Specified

Experience Level: Not Specified

Salary: $117,280 - $168,600 / Annual Salary

Experience: 3 - 4 yrs

Contact Information


Company Name: FM

Recruiting People: HR Department

Website: N/A

Location

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