The world isn’t standing still, and neither is allstateWe’re moving quickly, looking across our businesses and brands and taking bold steps to better serve customers’ evolving needsThat’s why now is an exciting time to join our teamAs a leader in a corporation with 83,000 employees and agency force members, you’ll have a hand in transforming not only allstate but a dynamic industryYou’ll have opportunities to take risks, challenge the status quo and shape the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in an environment of excellence and the highest ethical standards – a place where values such as integrity, inclusive diversity and accountability are paramountWe empower every employee to lead, drive change and give back where they work and liveOur people are our greatest strength, and we work as one team in service of our customers and communities.
Everything we do at allstate is driven by a shared purpose: to protect people from life’s uncertainties so they can realize their hopes and dreamsFor 89 years we’ve thrived by staying a step ahead of whatever’s coming next – to give customers peace of mind no matter what changes they faceWe acted with conviction to advocate for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving lawsWe help give survivors of domestic violence a voice through financial empowermentWe’ve been an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, digital photo claims and, more recently, device and identity protectionWe are the good handsWe don’t follow the trendsWe set them.
Job family summary
The insurance operations law division attorney job family provides legal counsel regarding:
General product and business advice and counseling work including but not limited to health & benefits and life, contract review & negotiation, coverage opinions, other advice and counsel, policy administration, pricing / rating, product forms, and underwriting / risk management.
Litigation / disputes work including but not limited to: consumer dispute investigations, administrative & regulatory agency inquiries and investigations, antitrust, legal advice regarding regulatory compliance, and privacy.
Job summary
Provides legal advice and counsel on behalf of the insurance operations law division related to moderately complex/moderately sensitive issues related to operations and product management of individual and group issued health and benefits and limited life insurance productsCollaborates and aligns on strategy, action planning, and communication with client, business units, and other areas of l&rProactively counsels’ clients on strategic initiatives, emerging legal issues and risk, and develops creative and innovative strategies that address risk while achieving business goalsPossesses a strong command of general legal principles and expertise applicable to health and benefits insurance products, including group health plans, supplemental, short term medical and stop lossUnderstands the regulatory environment and effectively communicates the company’s position and interests externallyProvides project management, coordination, and collaboration between legal teams within l&r and with business clientsConducts research, substantive drafting, reviewing, advising, and negotiating for moderately complex matters.
Key responsibilities
Job family specific responsibilities:
Insurance operations director should have the following knowledge and/or propensity to learn related to, general product and business advice and counseling, litigation / disputes, regulatory and regulatory compliance, contract review, and intellectual property (trademarks & copyrights) including but not limited to:
Fundamental knowledge of insurance products, distribution systems, and claims processes, particularly regarding accident and health insurance
Basic understanding of insurance accounting principles
Fundamental knowledge of the political nature of the regulatory environment and the litigious nature of insurance
Fundamental knowledge of applicable statutory laws, regulations and judicial developments; specifically, those regarding erisa, hipaa, medicare and the affordable care act
Common responsibilities
Legal advice and counseling
Perform due diligence; gather all relevant facts and documents; play a lead role in work with compliance analysts, compliance managers, paralegals and/or other attorneys in due diligence
Conduct complex research and determine applicable and pertinent laws, statutes, regulations, rules, and other legal authority, particularly with regard to the affordable care act, hipaa, medicare and erisa; identify legal issues and make strategic recommendations
Monitor and review new laws, regulations, and case law; identify and summarize relevant issues; collaborate with other areas of l&r department; proactively provide advice and counsel to business unit on the impact of new laws on business
Provide advice and/or legal approval related to company documents, policy, practices, and procedures
Provide advice and counsel clients on emerging legal issues and risk with emphasis on practically balancing legal risks with business results
Counsel clients on strategic initiatives and serve on project teams as needed to provide legal advice
Drafting and negotiation
Draft, review, and / or negotiate moderately complex matters and agreements
Draft and / or review non-routine correspondence and communications
Review and revise business cases and supporting documentation
Common responsibilities cont`d
Business knowledge and acumen
Gather facts from client to understand strategic goals and objectives client intends to achieve from intended action
Work with business colleagues to develop and implement change
Determine if/how business processes / practices need to be modified and play a lead role with client to implement change
Determine extent of other aor involvement; understand integration points and play a lead role with other areas of responsibility that may be impacted to manage change
Recommend and obtain appropriate approval for resolution, if warranted
Play a key role in strategy determination, action planning, and communication with client, business units, and other areas of l&r, as appropriate
Project management
Lead project management initiatives for complex projects, including coordination, and collaboration between legal teams within l&r and with business clients, as appropriate
Determine how to incorporate technology in legal and/or compliance processes in order to create greater efficiencies
Common responsibilities cont`d
Management of outside counsel
Perform budget oversight
Evaluate and recommend if outside counsel should be retained
Retain, supervise, manage, and coordinate work with outside counsel, if applicable
Interpersonal/communication
Attend board and committee meetings, as appropriate
Participate in and prepare for meetings with external parties
Participate in meetings with senior management team
Participate in relevant external industry groups
Knowledge/skills/abilities/experience
Core competencies
Intermediate skills/abilities/experiences in the following areas: legal knowledge, business knowledge, issue management, analytical skills, influencing others, coaching and development, self development, and productivity
Consistent demonstration of good judgement and ability to create business-centric
Other requisites
Possesses a juris doctorate and an license to practice law in at least one state (and/or other states as required)
8+ years related experience providing legal counsel within a reputable law firm or an in-house legal department for a mid- to large-sized organization
Proficient computer skills, including ms office suite, microsoft teams and sharepoint, used in or related to the tasks performed
Exercises discretion and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information
Knowledge/skills/abilities/experience cont`d
Demonstrates ethics and integrity
Health insurance-industry experience required
Knowledge of legal holds and discovery processes
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish working relationships with individuals at varying levels within the organization
Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills
Management & supervisory skills
Budget management skills
Project management skills and law firm/vendor management experience
Able to interact with all levels of personnel and supervise/oversee the work of more junior resources
Utilizes subject matter expertise to coach and guide less experienced team members
Good workGood lifeGood hands®.
As a fortune 100 company and industry leader, we provide a competitive salary – but that’s just the beginningOur total rewards package also offers benefits like tuition assistance, medical and dental insurance, as well as a robust pension and 401(k)Plus, you’ll have access to a wide variety of programs to help you balance your work and personal life - including a generous paid time off policy.
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