Assistant General Counsel

How You'll Contribute

The Assistant General Counsel provides leadership and legal support to the company’s corporate governance, corporate compliance, procurement and risk management functions. The Assistant General Counsel advises departments and business leaders on contract and transactional aspects of the business to contribute to its financial and operational success. Additionally, the Assistant General Counsel has significant responsibilities over the corporate minutes, resolutions and recording-keeping functions. The individual assists with the governance, compliance and documentation for the Company’s risk committees. This position has significant interaction with key external parties including vendors, regulators, auditors, and examiners.

About Us

EquiTrust Life Insurance Company is a national carrier of competitive, client-friendly annuity products sold through a variety of distribution channels, including more than 20,000 independent agents and independent marketing organizations (IMOs). Since 2003, we have provided exceptional customer service to our clients by operating with integrity and passion. Our efforts are supported by a dedicated workforce who execute their responsibilities through teamwork and an entrepreneurial spirit. EquiTrust sells products nationwide and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with operations in West Des Moines, Iowa.

Position Summary

As an Assistant General Counsel, you will play a key leadership role in delivering strategic legal guidance across corporate governance, compliance, procurement, and risk management functions. This position collaborates cross-functionally with business leaders, external partners, and internal legal and compliance teams to ensure the company’s operations remain aligned with regulatory standards and business objectives. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about corporate law, value ethical excellence, and bring strong communication, contract negotiation, and risk advisory experience to the team.

What You'll Do

• Procurement Responsibilities :

Drafts, reviews and negotiates a variety of vendor contracts and other contracting documents (MSAs, SaaS agreements, consulting agreements, lease agreements, Scopes of Work).

Facilitates communication between the Chief Legal Officer, the Board of Directors and the Company.

Drafts, reviews and submits annual, quarterly and subject matter-based regulatory filings and coordinate the submission of these filings with outside counsel, as needed.

Assists the Chief Legal Officer with compiling, drafting and submission of responsive materials and review of proposals for corporate risk management coverages

Supports other business units or Company Affiliates / Related Parties on an as-needed basis.

What You'll Bring

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Experience :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Where You'll Work

Compensation and Pay Philosophy

The pay range for this role is $174,652.00-$240,146. This reflects the expected compensation for the position at the time of posting. The final offer will be based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, qualifications, geographic location, and internal equity, and may be higher or lower than the posted range. The pay range is subject to change in the future in accordance with applicable laws. EquiTrust is committed to fair and competitive compensation that considers individual and organizational needs.

Total Rewards

In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive an annual discretionary incentive bonus and access to a competitive benefits package including :

EquiTrust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. Applicants have rights under federal and state employment laws. To learn more, visit EquiTrust Careers.

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