Corporate Attorney

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This is a unique opportunity to join our valued Corporate Legal team. Our Corporate Attorney will have a focus on regulatory work and other insurance-related operations. They will also be responsible for handling a variety of complex legal projects including, but not limited to, educating appropriate associates on contract law, providing legal research, evaluation, advice and counsel to the company and board in areas such as corporate governance, compliance, IT, claims, underwriting, sales, marketing, HR, and any other aspect of an insurance company's operations. This role will not have a focus on litigation.

It is important that our Corporate Legal team maintain strong business relationships with internal business groups so being able to build rapport with various levels of associates within our company is key. You'll be successful in doing this by ensuring that internal business groups receive appropriate legal support as well as contributing to the problem resolution process by identifying, evaluating, and addressing risks as they arise.

We are open to evaluating an array of candidates who have achieved their law degree and are licensed to practice law in the state of Wisconsin. Those who will find success and be content in this role will have strong knowledge and/or experience in regulatory work, corporate compliance, and various other legal services for a property and casualty insurance company. Someone who is able to work effectively under tight deadlines while juggling multiple priorities is strongly desired.

West Bend is proud to be recognized as an employer of choice and this is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our associates. Join a culture built on a commitment to excellence, integrity and responsibility and see why West Bend is consistently recognized as a top workplace.

Summary of Responsibilities
Under general supervision, is responsible for handling a variety of complex legal projects involving legal research, evaluation, advice and counsel to the corporation in areas such as compliance, IT, claims, underwriting, sales, marketing, HR, state expansion, and any other aspects of an insurance company's operations. Investigates and evaluates insurance-related events including policy reformation requests, complaints submitted to regulatory agencies, and data security incidents. Assists in ensuring that internal business groups receive appropriate legal support. Fosters strong relationships with internal stakeholders as well as external regulatory agencies and insurance trade groups and contributes to the problem resolution process by identifying, evaluating, and addressing risks as they arise. Participates in community and civic affairs. Contributes generally as a member of the legal team and perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Experience and Skills
-After achieving law degree, 4 to 8 years' experience in insurance operations, or similar legal experience, advising corporations on matters such as corporate compliance, regulatory work, insurance coverage review and various other legal services.
-Ability to work under pressure, handle multiple competing priorities and provide practical legal advice
-Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills
-Ability to evaluate risk to the corporation and advise internal stakeholders accordingly based on sound business understanding and judgment
-Ability to develop strong relationships with internal business units, senior management, and external regulators
-Ability to analyze insurance-related issues and propose innovative, creative, and workable solutions
-Ability to exercise independent, informed and considered judgment with minimal supervision

Preferred Education and Training
-Law degree from an accredited law school
-Member of the State Bar where practicing
-Associate in General Insurance Designation

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