Counsel, Employee Benefits Law

Counsel - LA07AE

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The Business Law Unit is seeking a talented lawyer to join the Employee Benefits Law team as Counsel. This position is a rare entry level opportunity to develop as a business lawyer supporting the growth and success of The Hartford's Employee Benefits business. As a new member of this cross-functional, high performing legal team, this attorney will provide legal support on issues impacting Employee Benefits insurance, including product development, underwriting, distribution, sales, and account management, with a particular focus on service administration contracting, technology vendor contracting and claims and regulatory support.

As the main point of contact for all legal-related business issues, the Employee Benefits Law Team regularly coordinates with Law Department colleagues with specialized expertise (e.g., IP, Privacy, Government Affairs, Enterprise Transactions, Emerging Technology, Litigation, Corporate, Compliance) in order to provide robust solutions to legal questions.

This position will be based in Hartford, CT and can have a Hybrid or Remote work arrangement. Candidates who live near our Hartford CT office will have the expectation of working in office 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday). Candidates who do not live near the office will have a remote work arrangement, with the expectation of coming into an office as business needs arise.

Core Skills:

A successful candidate will have the ability to:

• Develop subject matter expertise and demonstrate knowledge and judgment on business legal issues.
• Spot legal issues in business initiatives and offer thoughtful, creative legal solutions.
• Critically analyze complex legal and regulatory framework across 50 states, and assist the business to develop efficient and workable practices and processes
• Leverage tools and legal research to provide legal advice.
• Draft, edit and negotiate contracts and other legal documents as needed.
• Develop a strong understanding of the Employee Benefits Business core initiatives and organizational structure.
• Demonstrate well developed communication skills and independent judgment.
• Be innovative, adaptable and curious
• JD from accredited law school
• 4+ years of legal experience is required. Candidates with fewer than 4 years legal experience may be considered depending on nature of experience.