Corporate Counsel

H.w. Kaufman Group - Farmington Hills, MI

Full-time - Senior

Hybrid - Farmington Hills, MI

About the position

The Corporate Counsel at H.W. Kaufman Group is responsible for providing strategic and procedural legal guidance across various legal matters, including corporate governance, employment law, transactions, and regulatory issues. This role requires a seasoned lawyer who can navigate complex legal landscapes and support the company's compliance and risk management efforts.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice, counsel, guidance and support to the holding company and subsidiaries on business transactions, contract review and regulatory and legal compliance issues.
• Assist with a range of corporate matters such as intercompany arrangements, corporate governance and management.
• Conduct general and complex legal research and advise on a variety of topics.
• Monitor applicable state and federal regulations that affect the Company and its products and various business units.
• Review and advise on a wide range of corporate contracts including contracts with carrier and retail partners.
• Support compliance programs to minimize legal risk, including assisting in developing and implementing company policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with the maintenance of the company's Enterprise Risk Management program, including drafting policies, procedures, and documentation regarding risk tolerance and acceptance.
• Assist in the maintenance of the company's privacy program, including working with the company's Information Security and Risk Governance teams.
• Advise the company's business units regarding compliance with contracts and laws relating to all areas of the business, including HR, Marketing, and Information Technology.

Requirements

• J.D. required; prior experience practicing law, litigation experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to find creative solutions on diverse matters requiring complex legal and strategic analysis.
• Knowledge of Property/Casualty insurance industry, including regulatory environment for admitted and non-admitted lines of business a plus preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels of the organization, both internally and externally.
• Excellent attention to detail, as well as, strong time management, organizational and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Wellness program
• Continuing education credits
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching