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Brown & Brown · 1 day ago

Retail Counsel

Atlanta, GA, USA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Brown & Brown is seeking a Retail Counsel to join our growing team in Daytona, FL. The Retail Counsel will provide legal guidance on retail insurance operations, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations while mitigating legal risks.

Insurance

Responsibilities

Manage and direct legal and structuring for all retail matters, which includes but not limited to the following activities:

Align retail legal strategy with the goals and strategic vision of the Chief Legal Officer

Provide strategic support and guidance to the Retail President, keeping them informed of priority legal matters

Assess and advise the enterprise on legal matters related to retail insurance brokerage operations, including licensing, regulatory compliance, and consumer protection laws

Monitor and interpret changes in insurance regulations and advise internal stakeholders accordingly

Ensure compliance with federal and state insurance laws, including NAIC model laws and state-specific requirements

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts including broker agreements, vendor contracts, client service agreements, and NDAs

Support procurement and business development teams with contract structuring and risk mitigation

Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate exposure

Manage pre-litigation matters and coordinate with external counsel on disputes, claims, and litigation

Advise on corporate governance matters, including internal policies, ethics, and compliance programs

Support internal investigations and regulatory inquiries

Collaborate with business units, compliance and all enterprise disciplines: tax, IT, finance and team resources to align legal strategies with business objectives

Provide training and education to staff on legal and regulatory topics relevant to retail insurance

Coordinate with corporate secretary and international legal team regarding entity structuring, entity consolidation and tax structures

Participate in the marketing and placement of the retail insurance policies and harmonization of coverage across the retail segment

Consult with communications teams regarding marketing and corporate communications materials in consultation with Corporate Secretary

Oversee all facets of dispositions of offices and books of business, in consultation with Chief Litigation Officer in contested matters

Work with the Chief Litigation Counsel, Corporate Secretary, Technology Counsel, Regulatory Counsel, and Privacy Counsel on retail matters related to their area of expertise

Keep the Chief Legal Officer informed of significant retail matters

Qualification

Licensed Juris DoctorRetail insurance experienceLegal research toolsData privacy lawsContract management systemsEmployment law knowledgeInfluenceCommunication skillsTeam leadership

Required

Licensed Juris Doctor with 10 or more years of legal experience in corporate insurance law, preferably in retail insurance brokerage, or related industry

Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills

Bring diversity of thought to the team for the overall success of the enterprise

Has a strong understanding of insurance brokerage operations, retail distribution channels, and regulatory frameworks

Ability to naturally partner across function and division leaders and teams, including the ability to educate, influence, persuade and negotiate with all parties involved in transactions

Team leadership and managing large processes is a must

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment