Staff Attorney - Remote

Overview

This role supports the Legal Department by drafting, reviewing, updating, and negotiating client agreements; advising on privacy and data protection matters; and conducting research on legislative, regulatory, and compliance developments. The position provides practical, business-focused legal guidance while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and protecting the organization’s legal and regulatory interests.

Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for work visa or residency sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a legal liaison to internal teams, including Market leaders and partners such as Internal Audit, Business Development, Client Solutions, Human Resources, Project Management, Finance, Operations, Information Technology, and Marketing.
• Provide clear compliance information to internal stakeholders.
• Develop creative, compliant solutions to support business objectives.
• Participate in the definition of corporate policies, procedures, and programs; provide continuing counsel and guidance on legal matters and their implications.
• Conduct general legal research on various matters for the organization and affiliated companies.
• Provide litigation and dispute resolution support for cases involving the organization or client matters.
• Provide strategic support to VP of Legal and Compliance and function as part of a national team to meet overall objectives for the legal team.

Duties

Contracting & Agreement Management

• Create, review, modify, update, negotiate, and maintain contracts, agreements, and other legal documents, including:
  • Internal HR communications and policies
  • Client agreements, such as Service Agreements, Business Associate Agreements (BAAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Data Protection Addendums (DPAs), and Referral Agreements
  • Vendor and carrier agreements, such as Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Subcontractor BAAs, NDAs, DPAs, and Referral Agreements
  • Other agreements, as needed
• Oversee updates and maintenance of contract templates as needed.
• Maintain familiarity with and utilize contract management software to manage agreements, templates, and workflows.

Legal Research & Counsel

• Provide analysis and counsel on federal and state legislation that can impact the business, including:
  • Labor & Employment Law
  • Employee Benefits Law
  • Insurance Licensing
  • Data Privacy & Security
  • Contract Law

Requirements

• Minimum 2–4 years’ experience with legal research, writing, and document review.
• JD and licensed and in good standing.
• Prior experience in contract review, employee benefits, labor & employment law, bankruptcy, and/or at a carrier or broker agency firm is a plus.
• Excellent research, writing, presentation, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex material into user-friendly deliverables.
• General business acumen with a consultative approach to legal and compliance.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Self-motivated, high energy, enthusiastic, and able to thrive in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment with a remote team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft products and systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with contract review, employee benefits, labor & employment law, bankruptcy, and/or at a carrier or broker agency firm.

Compensation & Benefits

• Typical base pay range nationwide: $90,000 to $110,000 per year.
• Base pay is dependent upon skills, education, qualifications, professional experience, and location.
• In addition to base pay, some roles may be eligible for variable compensation, commission, and/or an annual bonus based on individual performance and/or the organization’s performance.
• Eligible employees receive health, wellbeing, retirement, and other financial benefits, paid time off, overtime pay for non-exempt employees, and robust learning and development programs.
• Reimbursement of job-related expenses per company policy.
• Eligible employees may receive employee perks and discounts.

Location

Nationwide (remote team).