Description:
Your Role:The Attorney will report to the General Counsel, while managing the paralegal team and providing guidance on a wide range of legal matters to a diverse range of business teams. This role requires an experienced attorney with strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of contract writing, negotiation, and management, as well as corporate law, litigation, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will be personable, proactive, results-driven, and able to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders. The Attorney must also work independently, demonstrate initiative, and collaborate cross-functionally with business units across the Company to drive strategic objectives forward.
What You'll Do:
- Legal Leadership & Team Management:
- Lead, mentor, and manage a paralegal team, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
- Provide coaching and professional development opportunities to team members.
- Oversee the allocation and completion of legal tasks, ensuring that all legal matters are handled efficiently and in a timely manner.
- Set performance objectives, evaluate team performance, and ensure the team meets its legal service delivery goals.
- Contract Management & Negotiations:
- Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of complex contracts and agreements, ensuring that the organization's interests are protected.
- Work with internal stakeholders to ensure contracts comply with relevant laws and company policies.
- Develop and implement standardized templates, policies, and procedures for contract management to improve efficiency and consistency.
- Strategic Legal Counsel:
- Provide proactive, business-focused legal counsel on matters such as contract negotiation, licensing matters, intellectual property, employment matters, and ethics issues.
- Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Finance, HR, and Compliance) to develop strategies that mitigate legal risks while supporting business goals.
- Evaluate and make recommendations on potential legal risks in new business initiatives, product development, and partnerships.
- Work independently to manage and resolve legal issues, ensuring timely and effective solutions that align with business objectives.
- Corporate Governance & Compliance:
- Collaborate with Compliance and Information Security to ensure adherence to all applicable laws and regulations, including local, state, federal, and international laws, as relevant to the business.
- Ensure the organization's adherence to ethical business practices and internal policies, collaborating internally to conduct regular compliance audits as necessary.
- Monitor emerging legal trends and regulatory changes, advise the Company on any impact on operations, and recommend changes to policies and practices.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
- J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the Ohio State Bar.
- 5-7 years of experience practicing law.
- Experience in corporate law, regulatory compliance, contract law, litigation, and employment law is strongly preferred.
- Proven track record of handling complex legal matters in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
- Experience in insurance or technology is preferred.
Skills & Competencies:
- Knowledge of contract law and sound drafting principles
- Understanding of government regulations affecting the insurance, consumer protection, and technology industry
- Ability to analyze and interpret statutes, regulations, contracts, policies, guidance, and other legal texts
- Strong leadership abilities with a demonstrated ability to manage, mentor, and develop a team.
- Proven track record of working successfully in collaborative settings with colleagues at all levels
- Ability to work independently, make decisions with minimal supervision, and demonstrate initiative in resolving legal matters.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex legal issues clearly and effectively to non-legal stakeholders.
- High degree of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
- Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage high-pressure situations with a focus on achieving optimal results for the business.
- Exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
- Deep understanding of the latest legal developments, trends, and best practices in the corporate and regulatory environment.
Additional Qualifications:
- Experience in Insurtech is highly desirable.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across different functions, balancing legal requirements with business needs.
- Experience with international legal issues or cross-border transactions is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to sit/stand/walk for prolonged periods of time, (up to 8 hours per day) at a desk working on a computer.
- Must be able to use standard office equipment for extended periods of time, including but not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, phone and video conferencing.
- Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to access and navigate the corporate office.