Senior Counsel, Group Benefits

Qualifications
A successful candidate will have excellent research and organizational skills, and business judgment as you will be required to understand and manage the laws and regulations affecting Guardian’s Group products and provide practical advice in a rapidly changing and high-profile regulatory environment
You will also need to draft applicable agreements with technology third parties, distribution partners and network participants
Energized and excited by challenging goals; and reflected in a true sense of competitiveness and drive for results
Adaptable
You embrace ambiguity, complexity, uncertainty, and volatility
A strategic problem solver able to simplify strategic success and innovation
An effective communicator, with a proven record of influencing cross-functional teams establishing and leading strong relationships with critical partners and executive stakeholders
Able to effectively convey ideas and engage in meaningful conversations
7 – 10 years of experience, preferably in connection with Group or the health insurance industry
JD and licensed to practice law in New York or Massachusetts
Ability to address complex and challenging issues and communicate effectively with business leaders at all levels to optimize risk management, productivity, and communication
Ability to work in a dynamic, hands-on, fast-paced environment and respond to questions from business areas and a complex subsidiary organization
Respect for diversity and ideas of others, willingness to collaborate in a fast-paced team environment and motivation skills required
Demonstrated leadership ability in an organizational setting, corporation integrity and strong interpersonal skills are essential to success
Benefits
Hybrid role: 3 days in the office, 2 days WFH
$148,+40.00 - $244,685.00
The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position
The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate
In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation
Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees
Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits
Responsibilities
This role will support the day-to-day operations of Guardian’s Group Products Practice in the
You will play a critical role in providing legal advice to business partners regarding
Guardian’s Group business with a particular emphasis on the dental and vision products and networks, and non-insured, wellness offerings to Group customers
The ability to influence and drive proactive partnership in a changing business environment is critical
You will develop cross-business connections, provide industry perspective and best practices guidance while considering long-term outcomes and the needs of partners/clients when providing advice
Provide advice and counsel to Group strategies and innovation initiatives in their organizations
Participate in external forums, build partnerships internally across Guardian, and help ensure that Guardian’s Group fundamental business practices and policies are compliant with applicable law
Advise and assist with the implementation of new Group related laws and regulations
Represent the practice group as a key advisor to stakeholders to establish, inform, and maintain company-wide compliant policies
Provide effective, prompt compliance advice and support business compliance, rectifying problems, and responding to emerging challenges
Keep informed regarding pending industry changes, trends, and best practices and assess the potential impact of these changes on organizational processes
As our Legal Counsel, you will report to the Associate General Counsel, Group Products
Job description
Guided by our company Purpose of “Inspiring well-being for our colleagues, consumers, and communities,” we are committed to building a best-in-class Law Department.

We drive a high-performance culture across our Legal, Compliance, and Government Affairs functions, aligned to “what” we deliver (i.e., our goals and objectives) and “how” we demonstrate our values and behaviors while focusing on the customer. We do this through leveraging a series of core capabilities, which includes accountability, interpersonal effectiveness, ability to demonstrate business savvy, being a subject matter expert, all while supporting the Law Department’s Mission to be a trusted advocate and advisor to drive strategic solutions that advance Guardian’s purpose, priorities, and values.

Do you want to be part of a collaborative Legal Team?

This role will support the day-to-day operations of Guardian’s Group Products Practice in the

Law Department. You will play a critical role in providing legal advice to business partners regarding

Guardian’s Group business with a particular emphasis on the dental and vision products and networks, and non-insured, wellness offerings to Group customers.

A successful candidate will have excellent research and organizational skills, and business judgment as you will be required to understand and manage the laws and regulations affecting Guardian’s Group products and provide practical advice in a rapidly changing and high-profile regulatory environment. You will also need to draft applicable agreements with technology third parties, distribution partners and network participants. The ability to influence and drive proactive partnership in a changing business environment is critical. You will develop cross-business connections, provide industry perspective and best practices guidance while considering long-term outcomes and the needs of partners/clients when providing advice.

You are
• Energized and excited by challenging goals; and reflected in a true sense of competitiveness and drive for results.
• Adaptable. You embrace ambiguity, complexity, uncertainty, and volatility.
• A strategic problem solver able to simplify strategic success and innovation.
• An effective communicator, with a proven record of influencing cross-functional teams establishing and leading strong relationships with critical partners and executive stakeholders.
• Able to effectively convey ideas and engage in meaningful conversations.

You will
• Provide advice and counsel to Group strategies and innovation initiatives in their organizations.
• Participate in external forums, build partnerships internally across Guardian, and help ensure that Guardian’s Group fundamental business practices and policies are compliant with applicable law.
• Advise and assist with the implementation of new Group related laws and regulations.
• Represent the practice group as a key advisor to stakeholders to establish, inform, and maintain company-wide compliant policies.
• Provide effective, prompt compliance advice and support business compliance, rectifying problems, and responding to emerging challenges.
• Keep informed regarding pending industry changes, trends, and best practices and assess the potential impact of these changes on organizational processes.

You have
• 7 – 10 years of experience, preferably in connection with Group or the health insurance industry.
• JD and licensed to practice law in New York or Massachusetts
• Ability to address complex and challenging issues and communicate effectively with business leaders at all levels to optimize risk management, productivity, and communication.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, hands-on, fast-paced environment and respond to questions from business areas and a complex subsidiary organization.
• Respect for diversity and ideas of others, willingness to collaborate in a fast-paced team environment and motivation skills required.
• Demonstrated leadership ability in an organizational setting, corporation integrity and strong interpersonal skills are essential to success.

Reporting Relationships

As our Legal Counsel, you will report to the Associate General Counsel, Group Products.

Location /Travel

Hybrid role: 3 days in the office, 2 days WFH. Preferred location – Hudson Yards, NYC, or Boston MA.

Salary Range:

$148,+40.00 - $244,685.00

The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.

Our Promise

At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.

Inspire Well-Being

As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at www.guardianlife.com/careers/corporate/benefits. Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Accommodations

Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact applicant_accommodation@glic.com.

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