VP, Lead Counsel of Insurance Law & Government Affairs or AVP, Counsel of Insurance Law & Government

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, ESG initiatives and IDE journey.

Our Office of General Counsel is seeking a *VP, Lead Counsel of Insurance Law & Government Affairs to join our team in Michigan or remote work arrangement.

*Flexible on level, would consider an AVP, Counsel of Insurance Law & Government

This is a full time, exempt role.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Reporting to the Group Counsel, Insurance Law and Government Affairs, this leader will serve as the primary Legal Adviser to West Zone Executive Vice President and other senior business leaders on all matters involving regulatory, compliance, business operations and government affairs for personal and commercial lines.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Serve as the primary legal advisor with respect to regulatory compliance, regulatory and government affairs, and business matters within assigned states.
• Interact with and provide leadership within state and national trade associations and property/casualty industry organizations in matters pertaining to regulatory, legal, and business issues.
• Serve as a leader within the Office of the General Counsel and within the Company.
• Act as a trusted legal advisor, establishing and driving regulatory and compliance policies throughout the LOB operations.
• Serve as a business partner, assisting in a variety of transactions which may include joint ventures, partnerships, distribution agreements and other development and business opportunities.
• Provide legal advice in the development and implementation of new products/policy forms and the maintenance of existing products/policy forms for all LOB operations.
• Manage shared resources assigned to support the responsibilities listed above. Manage external legal expenses associated with the responsibilities listed above. Retain and consult with outside counsel on matters, as appropriate.
• Support the overall Office of the General Counsel regulatory compliance and business operations, as appropriate.

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY:

• Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctorate required.
• Minimum of 10 years professional experience with demonstrated property and casualty and insurance regulatory legal experience and knowledge.
• Ability to manage the legal aspects of a large property and casualty business unit or division.
• Excellent legal technical abilities with knowledge of LOB insurance regulatory and compliance matters.
• Strong executive presence and the ability to persuade, negotiate and make effective presentations to large and small groups at all levels in the organization.
• Ability to create an environment that encourages collaboration, accountability, respect, and empowerment consistent with Hanover's CARE values and a highly ethical culture.
• Strong people skills, effective at coaching and motivating; serves as a role model to build effective relationships, value the opinions of others, encourage meaningful participation of others at all levels in critical dialogue, and take responsibility for actions.
• Must be flexible with respect to work scheduling issues or changes that may arise unexpectedly due to business needs or demands.
• Sound judgment and ability to deal well with stress and difficult situations where desired results and outcomes must be achieved in spite of incomplete, inconsistent, or conflicting information and/or competing interests.
• Responsible for taking independent action, driving projects to completion, developing strategies, exercising mature judgment and making quick decisions in a proactive and competent manner.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Change Leadership
• Decision Making
• Ethical and Reasoned Judgment
• Negotiating & influencing
• Relationship Building

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:

It's not just a job, it's a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you - at every level - to grow and develop.

BENEFITS:

We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you'll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401K with a company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Company paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
• On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)
• Click here for the full list of Benefits

EEO statement:

The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.

Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law."

As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: HRServices@hanover.com and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.

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Other details

• Pay Type Salary
• Required Education Master's Degree

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