AVP & Senior Attorney at Sun Life managing group benefits and regulatory matters for U.S. operations. Advising on disability, supplemental health, life insurance, and related products.
Responsibilities
Advise business teams on multi-state regulations and risk management for all relevant products and services
Draft and review contracts, including administrative, vendor, and reinsurance agreements
Provide clear, practical legal advice to business leaders across Sales, Implementation, Client Services, Marketing, Product, Underwriting, and Claims
Collaborate with colleagues across Sun Life’s legal team on privacy, IT security, litigation, procurement, and government relations issues
Stay informed about business initiatives and proactively offer legal guidance
Keep current with industry trends and educate colleagues as needed
Requirements
At least 10 years of legal experience, preferably in-house with a group benefits carrier, agency, law firm, or consulting firm; licensed in at least one U.S. state
Deep expertise in group disability, supplemental health, life insurance, and related services
Excellent contract negotiation and drafting skills, with proficiency in digital tools
Ability to build trust and solve critical issues at all levels of the organization
Skilled at simplifying complex legal concepts and providing actionable advice
Collaborative team player who can work independently and communicate effectively with management
Self-starter with strong business acumen, able to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively
Proactive learner who adapts to a dynamic legal and business environment
Benefits
Generous vacation and sick time
Market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave
Medical coverage
Company paid life and AD&D insurance
Disability programs
Partially paid sabbatical program
401(k) employer match
Stock purchase options
Employer-funded retirement account
Flexible, inclusive and collaborative work environment that supports career growth
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