Description

^{This position offers the option of a hybrid work schedule, with three days working in the office and two days working remotely.}

Are you an attorney looking to advance your career with an in-house role at a stable company? Are you seeking a challenging and fulfilling legal career that also offers you the healthy work-life balance necessary to juggle the demands of your busy life? Would you like to make a direct impact on a company with your work? We are hiring a Corporate Counsel to join our corporate legal team.

In this position, you will monitor and provide strategic guidance, consultation, and support to the various departments of Great West Casualty Company, Joe Morten & Son, Inc., and Old Republic Insurance Group affiliates in an effort to ensure conformity with legal requirements and to facilitate communication and coordination that fosters consistent, efficient, and appropriate practices in support of overall company business objectives. You will handle multiple jurisdiction issues unique to the insurance industry and corporate governance risks in addition to staying in compliance with multiple state requirements. Part of your responsibilities will include finding trustworthy outside counsel within multiple jurisdictions and effectively working with a diverse group of supervisors/managers and employees at various locations.

Qualifications:

• J.D. required. Must be licensed to practice law in at least one state and ability to register as an in-house counsel in the state of Nebraska.
• Experience in litigation, research, regulatory compliance, and/or administrative law. Insurance law experience preferred, including insurance regulation, litigation, or bad faith defense.
• Strong attention to detail with above-average multi-tasking skills and the ability to adapt quickly to situations that require an immediate transition.
• The ability to read and analyze a policy and apply to a fact scenario while confidently laying out your reasoning and rationale.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills.

High-performing attorneys in our office are:

• Adaptable: We are a billion-dollar company with offices across the United States. We need someone who can quickly acclimate to and accept change in their environment as we grow.
• Courageous: We need someone who has the courage to ask the hard questions while diplomatically navigating office politics.
• Eager to learn: We expect our legal professionals to stay abreast of changes in the industry, and we financially support the pursuit of CLEs, continuing education, and industry certifications.