Corporate Counsel, Federal & State Advocacy

Assurant•Atlanta, GA

7d•Remote

About The Position

Corporate Counsel – Federal & State Advocacy Join our dynamic and growing Legal team supporting Assurant’s Government Relations Business! The Corporate Counsel, Federal & State Advocacy will support Assurant’s federal and state regulatory and legislative agenda across Washington, D.C., and key states. Reporting to the Vice President, Federal & State Advocacy, this role partners closely with Legal & Compliance, business leaders, and operational teams to help develop and execute Assurant’s legislative and regulatory strategy. Responsibilities include legal and public policy analysis and strategic counsel on issues affecting the company. The role also supports relationship‑building and representation of Assurant before lawmakers, regulators, and trade associations and coalitions. This is a remote opportunity. What will my duties and responsibilities be in this job?

Requirements

A minimum of 3–4 years of relevant legal experience advising businesses or trade associations on legislative and regulatory issues, particularly in state insurance regulation
Demonstrated experience advocating before state and/or federal legislative or regulatory bodies
Strong understanding of federal and state insurance statutes, regulations, and legislative processes
Knowledge of legal frameworks governing insurance company operations
Highly motivated, dependable, detail‑oriented, and well‑organized
Strong judgment with the ability to operate autonomously and manage multiple priorities under tight timelines
Proven ability to work collaboratively and provide strategic legal guidance in cross‑functional settings
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism
Strong executive presence, interpersonal skills, and advanced written and verbal communication abilities
Undergraduate degree
Juris Doctorate
Ability to travel as necessary, up to 40%

Nice To Haves

Prior experience within a state insurance regulatory agency, insurance company, trade association, or law firm preferred

Responsibilities

Advocacy Support federal and state advocacy initiatives to advance a favorable business climate for Assurant and its products.
Identify and engage with legislative and regulatory proposals that impact our business.
Build and maintain relationships with legislators, regulators, and industry stakeholders in a designated set of states.
Legal Support Provide legal analysis and strategic counsel to internal stakeholders and the VP, Federal & State Advocacy, on impactful legislation and regulatory actions.
Support timely and informed business decisions influenced by governmental activity.
Trade Association Engagement Support Assurant’s advocacy priorities within relevant federal and state trade associations.
Maintain strong working relationships with internal and external trade association stakeholders.
Help identify, anticipate, and influence key insurance policy issues.
Compliance Represent the company professionally at all times and ensure strict adherence to corporate policies, ethics rules, lobbying requirements, and applicable campaign finance and gift laws.
Support administration and compliance related to the Assurant PAC.