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Sun Life U.S. is seeking an AVP & Senior Counsel to join its dynamic legal team and serve as the primary counsel for our Health and Risk Solutions business, the leading direct provider of stop loss insurance in the United States. A key member of the Health and Risk Solutions extended leadership team, this role will help the business navigate through a range of issues, from product design and development, business development, contract review, underwriting, policy administration, and claims.

How you will contribute:

• Provide advice and counsel on new business, underwriting, marketing and claims issues

• Assist with product development. Draft all policy and amendment terms and work with the state filing team on filings and related regulatory issues

• Assist with policy sale and RFP issues. Participate in calls with brokers and potential policyholders as needed

• Serve as a member of the Health and Risk Solutions extended leadership team

• Draft and review service provider and broker related contracts

• Review nondisclosure agreements

• Participate in business unit strategic initiatives

What you will bring with you:

• J.D. degree with admission to the practice of law in a United States jurisdiction

• Preference for familiarity with Stop Loss insurance, employer self-funded benefit plans, ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, MEWAs, and Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021/No Surprises Act

• Strong analytical, legal research and drafting skills

• Able to handle multiple and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Strong computer skills, proficient in a PC environment with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Westlaw or NILS, and Internet as a research tool

• Superior communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal

• Critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills

• Strong self-motivation and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team

• Ability to initiate and prioritize regular work duties and projects; must be detailed oriented, organized, and effectively manage time

• Minimal travel required to attend industry meetings and other meetings as needed (Less than 5% of time)

Our Affirmative Action Program affirms our commitment to make reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitation of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please email recruitingUS@sunlife.com to request an accommodation.

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.