Job 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!

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to support or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time, including H-1B visas and participation in STEM OPT work authorizations.

Company

American-Amicable Life Insurance Company of Texas

Posting End Date

2026-07-31

About us

American Amicable is a part of iA Financial Group, one of the largest insurance and wealth management groups in North America. Our headquarters is in Waco, TX. Tracing its roots back to 1910, the American-Amicable Life Insurance Company of Texas is a progressive special markets insurer. The Company offers innovative life insurance and annuity products developed to target the individual needs of protection, wealth creation, and estate preservation.

iA Financial Group is the fourth largest life and health insurance company in Canada and offers a wide range of products for all stages of life and to meet the needs of clients across its vast sales network. Founded in 1892, iA Financial Group’s stability and solidity make it an employer of choice that invests in its employees and their development over the long term. Our CEO Denis Ricard won #1 Insurance CEO in Canada from Glassdoor!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA American, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please contact us. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you.