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Counsel

  • Employer: American-Amicable Life Insurance Company of Texas
  • Office: 425 Austin Ave
  • Location: Waco, Texas
  • Job category: Legal, Risks and Compliance Services
  • Job ID: JR10026773
  • Job type: Permanent Job
  • Apply before: 2026-07-31

Description

Counsel, US Life Insurance

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Build the future with us
Are you eager to contribute to the purpose of a company that aims to help its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As Counsel, US Life Insurance you will be responsible for providing legal advice to the U.S. Life Operations business units, within the supervision of the Chief Legal Counsel, U.S. Life Operations, to maximize protection of legal rights and prevent or minimize exposure to legal liability and other damages.
This position is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.
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What you’ll accomplish with us
As Counsel, US Life insurance, you’ll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:
  • Provide legal advice and counsel in support of claims, marketing, actuarial, data security, and other company functions regarding life insurance and annuity products.
  • Provide legal advice on state and federal laws and regulations as they apply to life insurance and annuities and makes recommendations to the Chief Legal Counsel to meet company objectives.
  • Oversee and manage litigation, arbitration, and regulatory enforcement actions involving the company, and work with outside counsel on litigation strategy, regulatory investigations, and contract disputes.
  • Assist with regulatory filings, market conduct exams, and compliance audits from state insurance departments and federal agencies.
  • Review, negotiate, and/or draft contracts and agreements entered by the Companies, including policy contracts, property management or lease agreements, service agreements, marketing agreements, third party administration agreements, agreements for acquisitions or dispositions, and others as needed.
  • Work with compliance teams to ensure adherence to anti-money laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) requirements, and other compliance programs.
  • Collaborates with other corporate legal advisors within iA American Holdings and the iA Financial Group and serve as a strategic legal partner to business leaders, providing counsel on corporate initiatives, M&A transactions, and product development.
  • Provides support to Chief Legal Counsel, U.S. Life Operations as needed to support the business needs of the Companies.
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What could accelerate your success in this role
We’re looking for someone who:
  • Is known for their work experience in corporate and regulatory matters
  • Stands out for their ability to perform under pressure and manage multiple projects
  • Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Is recognized for their ability to manage staff in a corporate environment; experience with cost-effective management of outside legal resources
  • Has 7 years of experience of practicing law, preferably wining a corporate insurance company
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Why you’ll love working with us
  • A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;
  • A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;
  • The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;
  • Competitive benefits:  Flexible Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) + company match, PTO Plan, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, and much more!
  • Ability to work remotely!
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Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs!
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Still unsure about applying?
At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply – your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!

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iA Financial Group is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 10,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than five million clients and 50,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $235 billion in assets, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 130 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

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