Director, Senior Legal Counsel

This Director & Counsel opportunity is a senior legal leadership role supporting the U.S. insurance business of a premier global financial services organization, providing strategic advice on insurance regulation, product development, commercial transactions, and risk management. The position partners closely with senior executives and cross-functional stakeholders. Client DetailsOur client is a globally recognized financial services institution seeking an experienced legal executive to serve as Director & Counsel supporting its U.S. insurance business. DescriptionThis is a strategically important role advising senior business leaders on a broad range of insurance, regulatory, commercial, and product-related matters within a highly regulated and consumer-focused environment.Provide day-to-day legal counsel to the U.S. insurance business on a wide range of strategic and operational matters.Advise on insurance regulatory requirements, including state insurance laws, licensing, distribution, product governance, consumer protection, and regulatory developments.Support the development, launch, and enhancement of insurance products and related customer offerings.Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements and insurance-related documentation.Counsel senior executives on legal implications of business initiatives, transactions, and regulatory developments.Partner with compliance and risk management teams to identify, assess, and mitigate legal and regulatory risks.Support regulatory examinations, inquiries, and interactions with insurance regulators.Manage external counsel and coordinate legal support across multiple stakeholders and business functions. ProfileThe successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor to the business, balancing legal risk management with commercial objectives while partnering closely with stakeholders across legal, compliance, risk, regulatory affairs, and business leadership. Juris Doctor degree and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.Significant experience practicing insurance law at a leading law firm, financial institution, insurance company, or comparable organization.Deep knowledge of state insurance regulatory frameworks and related legal requirements.Experience counseling business leaders on insurance products, distribution arrangements, regulatory matters, and commercial transactions.Strong drafting, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.Proven ability to influence stakeholders and provide practical, business-oriented legal advice in a fast-paced environment.Excellent judgment, executive presence, and communication skills. Job OfferCompetitive base salaryBonusPotential for RSUsBenefitsHybrid working environment Desired Skills and Experience JD, NY Bar, 10+ years of experience with consumer facing financial services insurance products