Sr. Counsel, Commercial Transactions - Remote

CSAA Insurance Group, a AAA Insurer

6d • $177,525 - $236,650 • Remote

About The Position

CSAA Insurance Group is hiring a senior attorney for its Commercial Contracts function, which handles procurement and insurance contracts. The role focuses on sophisticated insurance transactions—not insurance policies—including distribution arrangements, reinsurance, and complex commercial insurance programs. The attorney will work with business partners to structure transactions, address novel legal and business problems, and translate new business models into clear allocations of insurance risk, economic exposure, regulatory and operational responsibility, and contractual rights. The position may also contribute to broader company initiatives, process improvement, and adjacent areas handled by the team.

The role is remote within the United States, except for Hawaii and Alaska, and may require travel for divisional, team, and other in-person meetings. The position offers a company-wide annual discretionary bonus opportunity of up to 15% of eligible pay. The national average salary range is $177,525–$197,250; the starting pay range across hiring states is $177,525–$236,650, with location-based compensation. Colorado's range is $177,525–$216,950.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Bar admission in good standing in the state of residency.
• 10 or more years of experience in a relevant practice area.
• Substantial knowledge of current law and issues within the area of specialty.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in an organized, effective, and timely manner.
• Ability to work in an organized and efficient manner.
• Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of legal principles and ability to convert business goals and problems into clear legal structures and solutions, including where the business model or legal structure is not established.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Collaborative, flexible, and results-oriented approach aligned with CSAA’s culture.
• Intellectual curiosity and commitment to continual learning and growth in the legal craft.
• Leadership mindset, sound judgment, initiative, ownership, and ability to influence and bring others along.
• Willingness to adopt AI and large language models to support efficient delivery of legal services.
• Company ownership mindset, including thinking beyond the boundaries of one's own area.
• Willingness to support employee resource groups, mentor employees, volunteer, or join cross-functional projects.
• Willingness to use cameras when appropriate for onboarding and relationship-building.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structuring, drafting, and negotiation of complex insurance distribution arrangements, including agency and aggregator relationships.
• Advise on inbound, outbound, catastrophe, and opportunistic reinsurance transactions.
• Structure complex, often multi-party insurance programs and commercial transactions, including fleet programs, fronting arrangements, high- or 100% deductible structures, collateral arrangements, MGA or program administrator relationships, and related program, third-party claims administration, and service agreements.
• Coordinate suites of interrelated agreements and help business partners translate novel business models into workable legal and commercial structures.
• Partner across the organization on strategic and emerging initiatives, and contribute as needed to general commercial contracts, intellectual property, and marketing matters.
• Participate in Legal department and company process-improvement initiatives, including thoughtful adoption of new tools and approaches to delivering legal services.
• Travel as needed for divisional and team meetings and other in-person meetings.
• Meet business needs, which may include investing extra time and helping other teams.
• Contribute to company culture through activities such as supporting employee resource groups, mentoring, volunteering, and cross-functional projects.

Benefits

• Total compensation package
• Annual bonus eligibility for most roles; this position includes an opportunity for a company-wide annual discretionary bonus of up to 15% of eligible pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Career growth and development opportunities with leaders and mentors
• Remote-first flexible workplace, with flexibility to work from various locations including CSAA offices

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree