Senior Counsel - Litigation

Who We Are

At Corebridge Financial, we believe action is everything. That’s why every day we partner with financial professionals and institutions to make it possible for more people to take action in their financial lives, for today and tomorrow.

We align to a set of Values that are the core pillars that define our culture and help bring our brand purpose to life:

     • We are stronger as one: We collaborate across the enterprise, scale what works and act   decisively for our customers and partners
     • We deliver on commitments: We are accountable, empower each other and go above and beyond for our stakeholders
     • We learn, improve and innovate: We get better each day by challenging the status quo and equipping ourselves for the future
     • We are inclusive: We embrace different perspectives, enabling our colleagues to make an impact and bring their whole selves to work

Who You’ll Work With

The Legal, Compliance, Regulatory and Government Affairs department is a diverse team comprised of attorneys and other professionals providing high quality advisory and transactional support with integrity and objectivity across all parts of the organization. The team ensures an operating environment that minimizes legal, regulatory and reputational risks and complies with all laws and regulations and Corebridge policies and procedures. As a member of this team, which has received industry recognition for its leadership and innovative solutions, you will have the opportunity to participate in the award-winning Corebridge pro bono program.

About The Role

Corebridge Financial is seeking an experienced Retirement Services, Life Insurance, and Institutional Markets litigation attorney. This role reports to the Assistant General Counsel and will have responsibility for managing a diverse docket of litigation matters for the Company’s domestic life and retirement companies.  This attorney will advise business partners and stakeholders regarding litigation risks and opportunities in the oversight and management of litigation and other legal disputes, including matters arising out of broker-dealer and investment advisor issues, group retirement products, life insurance, and structured products.  This position is based in Houston, TX and requires a commitment to travel regularly (up to 25%) and to working in our offices three days a week.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, tactical, and common-sense legal advice to business partners and various types of stakeholders and functional partners, up and down the leadership chain and across the organization. 
• Apprise relevant legal, functional, and business leaders on key, strategic developments across Retirement Services, Life Insurance, and Institutional Markets matters.
• Assist in managing various internal and external reporting obligations, including financial, as may occur monthly, quarterly, annually and on an ad-hoc basis.
• Manage a broad docket of work including escalated customer and agent/advisor complaints, RFP support, FNRA matters and pre-litigation investigation.  
• Support the Chief Litigation Counsel and Assistant General Counsel in the management of complex and class action litigation matters, as well as strategic projects
• Utilize and help design data analytics reports to educate, inform, and advise legal and business leaders about the Retirement Services, Life Insurance, and Institutional Markets Litigation Dockets, and their management, outcomes, costs, savings, and income performance.

Please note this is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of the position, and the requirements of the job may change in line with business needs.

Skills and Qualifications

• Juris Doctor; U.S. state bar admission; minimum of 3+ years of legal experience with a law firm and/or as in-house counsel in a litigation role.
• Experience in the financial services/group retirement/institutional markets or life insurance industry is a plus.
• Flexible, diligent, creative, and independent team player who can accommodate shifting priorities and is committed to the overall success of the Litigation Team.
• Team member that leads with integrity and will support and contribute to Corebridge’s commitment to fostering a diverse, welcoming, inclusive and equitable work place.
• Excellent organizational skills and detailed oriented.
• Superior written and verbal communication and analytical skills enabling timely, proactive, and practical identification and communication of legal issues and risks.
• Excellent ability to interact with a wide range of stakeholders, from senior executives to technologists, to identify issues, problem-solve and recommend solutions.
• A positive, energetic and team-oriented approach to working with colleagues & clients. 
• Experience with FINRA arbitrations is a plus.

Work Location

This position is based in Corebridge Financial’s Houston, TX office and is subject to our hybrid working policy, which gives colleagues the benefits of working both in an office and remotely.

Estimated Travel

May include up to 25%

Why Corebridge?

At Corebridge Financial, we prioritize the health, well-being, and work-life balance of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to support employees both personally and professionally, ensuring that they have the resources and flexibility needed to thrive.

Benefit Offerings Include:

• Health and Wellness: We offer a range of medical, dental and vision insurance plans, as well as mental health support and wellness initiatives to promote overall well-being.
• Retirement Savings: We offer retirement benefits options, which vary by location.  In the U.S., our competitive 401(k) Plan offers a generous dollar-for-dollar Company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible pay and a Company contribution equal to 3% of eligible pay (subject to annual IRS limits and Plan terms). These Company contributions vest immediately.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling services and resources are available to all employees.
• Matching charitable donations: Corebridge matches donations to tax-exempt organizations 1:1, up to $5,000.
• Volunteer Time Off: Employees may use up to 16 volunteer hours annually to support activities that enhance and serve communities where employees live and work.
• Paid Time Off: Eligible employees start off with at least 24 Paid Time Off (PTO) days so they can take time off for themselves and their families when they need it.

Eligibility for and participation in employer-sponsored benefit plans and Company programs will be subject to applicable law, governing Plan document(s) and Company policy.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Corebridge Financial, is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and we comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment laws. All applicants will be considered for employment based on job-related qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The Company is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. At Corebridge Financial, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to building a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our colleagues are respected as individuals and valued for their unique perspectives.

Corebridge Financial is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees, including any accommodations needed on the basis of physical or mental disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to complete any part of the application or hiring process, please send an email to TalentandInclusion@corebridgefinancial.com.  Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

To learn more please visit: www.corebridgefinancial.com

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