Attorney 1 - Life Regulatory

Experience more with a career at COUNTRY Financial!

We’re excited you’re interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision - to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our footprint spans coast to coast. But more important than where we operate, is the people who do the work. Apply today to help our organization grow and make a difference for our clients.

About the roleThe Legal Department for the Illinois Agricultural Association, parent company of the COUNTRY Financial group, is seeking candidates for a life insurance attorney on its regulatory operations team. This team represents the interests of COUNTRY Financial in a wide variety of regulatory issues related to its products and services, including traditional life insurance and annuities, banking, broker-dealer, property/casualty insurance, and brokered insurance. The regulatory team provides legal analysis and advice on a variety of corporate initiatives, major projects, operations, and operational processes.

Attorneys in the Legal Department counsel and advise the Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) and its affiliated companies, including the COUNTRY Financial group, on various matters of legal concern, including but not limited to corporate governance, general corporate matters, regulation and compliance, commercial transactions, employment, and litigation.How does this role make an impact?- Provides wide range of legal service, involving independent planning, research, investigation, development of legal advice and review of corporate materials which are of substantial importance to the status and operation of Illinois Agricultural Association and Affiliated Companies. - Attorneys may be asked to concentrate in one or more specific areas, with opportunities for cross-practice experience on various projects, including, but not limited to, Agriculture, Banking and Securities, Contracts, Insurance and Regulatory, Corporate Governance, E-Commerce, E-Discovery, Employment and Employee Benefits, Intellectual Property, Litigation, Real Estate and Mortgages, Tax and Transactional.Do you have what we're looking for?

Typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training.

- Licensed to practice law in the United States and ability to obtain bar admittance in Illinois (full or in-house) within a year.

- Legal experience in life insurance, annuities, securities and/or administrative law.
- Current with continuing legal education requirements set by applicable licensing body.

- Excellent oral and written communication skills.

- Ability to work both independently and in teams.

- Strong legal research skills.

#LI-AH1 #hybrid

Base Pay Range:

$82,000-$112,750

The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience.

Incentive Pay:

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan.

Why work with us?

Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. We’re a big company, yet small enough you can make an impact and won’t get lost in the shuffle. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business.

You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match.

COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

Come join our team at COUNTRY today!