Position Summary

The Associate Legal Counsel is responsible for conducting legal research on insurance laws, regulations, and precedents and providing valuable insights to support the resolution of legal issues. The role involves building productive relationships, contributing to the resolution of legal matters, and ensuring compliance with legal regulations. They apply company policies and procedures, collaborate with experienced team professionals, and continuously develop expertise in the field of legal counsel.

 

 

What will your job entail?

Responsibilities:

• Offer accurate and timely legal advice to executives on various topics (e.g., labor law, partnerships, international ventures, corporate finance).
• Collaborate with management to devise efficient defense strategies.
• Specify internal governance policies and regularly monitor compliance.
• Research and evaluate risk factors related to business decisions and operations.
• Apply effective risk management techniques and proactively advise on potential legal issues.
• Communicate and negotiate with external parties (regulators, external counsel, public authorities) to build trust.
• Draft and solidify agreements, contracts, and other legal documents.
• Handle complex matters involving multiple stakeholders and forces.

Work Experience & Education:

• Law degree with 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience
• License to practice law in at least one state.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP), Certified Contract Manager (CCM) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is preferred

 

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.

 

How We Support Our Teammates 

 

Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.

 

The target salary range for this position is $103,000.00 - $128,750.00 annually.

 

The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website https://benefits.ryansg.com/. 

 

We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation at HR@Ryansg.com 

 

The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.