VP, Legal Counsel M&A and Reinsurance
About The Position
The VP, Legal Counsel M&A and Reinsurance advances Lincoln’s strategic priorities by providing legal counsel on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, reinsurance transactions, and other strategic initiatives. The role guides transactions from structuring and due diligence through negotiation, execution, and integration, working closely with executive leadership, Finance, business leaders, and other stakeholders. The VP serves as a trusted advisor, shaping transaction strategy, navigating legal and regulatory considerations, mitigating risk, and providing practical solutions that support business objectives. This position is suited to an experienced transactional attorney with strong business judgment and executive presence who can lead sophisticated negotiations and influence decisions across the organization. The role is hybrid, with the employee working three days a week in a Lincoln office. Alternate locations include Radnor, Pennsylvania; Charlotte and Greensboro, North Carolina; Fort Wayne, Indiana; Hartford, Connecticut; and work from home. Relocation assistance is not available.
Requirements
- 12+ years of experience in M&A and strategic transactions, including 3+ years of law firm experience focused on insurance M&A and reinsurance.
- J.D. from an American Bar Association-approved law school.
- Demonstrated ability to support complex, enterprise-wide initiatives involving multiple business and functional areas.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and relationship management skills.
- Proximity to or willingness to travel to Radnor, Pennsylvania.
Responsibilities
- Handle legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and reinsurance transactions, including structuring, negotiation, due diligence, and execution.
- Provide strategic legal counsel to executive leadership and stakeholders on transaction risks, regulatory and compliance implications, negotiation strategy, and complex deal structures.
- Lead complex negotiations with external counterparties, regulators, and partners, representing the company in high-impact transactions.
- Partner with Finance, business unit leaders, and other subject-matter experts to develop and execute legal strategy.
- Evaluate changes in regulatory and competitive landscapes and developments and trends in applicable practice areas, and adapt legal advice accordingly.
- Advise on integration and separation activities, identifying, mitigating, and managing legal risks.
- Develop and maintain external relationships, including with external counsel and trade and industry groups.
- Provide legal counsel as needed on enterprise contracts for goods and services, including software-as-a-service and outsourcing.
Benefits
- PTO and parental leave
- Competitive 401(k) and employee benefits
- Free financial counseling, health coaching, and employee assistance program
- Tuition assistance program
- Work arrangements that work for you
- Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
- Effective productivity and technology tools and training
- The role may be eligible for the discretionary Annual Incentive Program; other rewards may include long-term incentives and sales incentives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
