Leading the legal team as the senior legal executive and strategic advisor to the CEO, Board of Managers, and executive leadership team is the core of this role. The General Counsel is responsible for all legal, regulatory, compliance, governance, risk management, litigation, and transactional matters across the organization and its subsidiaries. This position oversees the Legal Department and manages outside counsel, supporting all areas of the business.
Responsibilities
Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team and provide strategic legal counsel to the CEO and Board
Develop and execute the Company's legal strategy in alignment with business objectives
Advise leadership on legal, regulatory, operational, financial, reputational, and compliance risks
Partner with business leaders to proactively identify risks and develop practical solutions
Advise the Board and executive management on governance, fiduciary duties, and corporate best practices
Oversee corporate governance activities, board materials, resolutions, and entity management
Ensure maintenance of corporate records, organizational documents, and subsidiary governance requirements
Support board committees and perform corporate secretary functions
Advise on matters related to the Company’s privately held ownership structure, including buy-sell and unit/equity holder agreements, equity incentive plans, and reporting to and coordination with investors or sponsors, as applicable
Lead legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic investments
Direct legal due diligence efforts and negotiate transaction documents
Structure transactions to manage risk while supporting business growth initiatives
Advise on financing arrangements, strategic partnerships, and other complex commercial transactions
Oversee enterprise-wide contracting processes
Draft, review, negotiate, and approve significant commercial agreements
Develop templates, policies, and controls to improve contract management and efficiency
Ensure contractual commitments align with regulatory and business requirements
Design, implement, and oversee compliance programs and internal controls
Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the organization
Oversee multi-state insurance producer/agency licensing and appointments, and monitor compliance with applicable laws, contingent commission and compensation disclosure requirements, and MGA/wholesale broker agreements
Provide guidance regarding insurance, lending, employment, privacy, and other applicable laws and regulations
Develop and maintain policies and procedures that mitigate legal and operational risk
Millions of jobs, with real people getting hired every day
200,000+
New jobs added daily
7,000,000+
Verified job listings
1,000,000+
Tailored applications submitted
Lead enterprise legal risk assessments and mitigation initiatives
Oversee internal legal staff responsible for litigation, arbitration, administrative proceedings, and investigations
Manage internal and outside counsel and litigation budgets
Develop dispute resolution strategies consistent with business objectives
Advise business leaders regarding litigation exposure and risk management
Oversee management of errors & omissions (E&O) claims arising from coverage placement or advisory services, including coordination with the Company’s E&O carrier and defense counsel
Provide strategic guidance on employment-related issues, including workforce management, restrictive covenants, investigations, discrimination claims, wage and hour matters, and executive compensation
Support Human Resources and executive leadership on sensitive personnel matters
Review and negotiate employment, separation, and restrictive covenant agreements
Partner with Information Technology and Security teams to develop and maintain privacy and cybersecurity compliance programs
Advise on data governance, information security incidents, and emerging privacy regulations
Review and update privacy, security, and records management policies
Lead, mentor, and develop members of the Legal Department
Establish departmental goals, performance expectations, and budgets
Allocate legal resources efficiently and manage outside counsel relationships
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and service excellence
Requirements
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school
Active license and good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
Minimum of 10 years of relevant legal experience
Significant in-house legal leadership experience, preferably as Chief Legal Officer, General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, or senior law firm partner
Experience overseeing mergers and acquisitions, litigation, employment law matters, regulatory compliance, and commercial transactions
Experience leading and developing legal teams
Insurance industry experience required
Exceptional business judgment and strategic thinking
Proactive and hands-on approach
Strong executive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders
Superior legal research, drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
Ability to balance legal risk with business objectives
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and project management abilities
High ethical standards, integrity, and professionalism
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment
For positions requiring a state insurance license, applicants must meet state licensing requirements, must not have been disqualified or barred from licensure, and must not have been prohibited from conducting the business of insurance under Title 18 U.S. Code, 1033 and 1034
Benefits
Generous benefit package
PTO/holiday pay
Paid training
Continued education support
Company sponsored stress management programs/activities
Opportunities to give back to your local community
Important Details
Occasional travel to corporate offices, corporate events, board meetings, regulatory proceedings, industry conferences, and acquisition-related activities may be required
About the Company
The Liberty Company is a producer-focused, family-owned, and fiercely independent insurance services firm founded in 1987. Licensed to operate in all 50 states, Liberty has grown consistently and exponentially by attracting talented and entrepreneurial people into an energetic and collaborative culture. Liberty has expanded nationally by partnering with agency owners and experienced producers. The company has consistently been recognized as one of the most dynamic, fastest growing companies as well as one of the best places to work in the insurance industry.
