Legal Counsel

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Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Job Description

The Legal Counsel role provides robust legal analysis, advice and counsel / representation to support the insurance business within John Hancock, including for life, annuity and long-term care insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to John Hancock
• Advise the company of known risks and assess and report to the appropriate Company officers as to whether those risks are appropriately identified, assessed, monitored and reported
• Engage outside counsel (when vital and appropriate) after acquiring the necessary approvals, and manage the process of selecting, hiring, monitoring, paying and providing mentorship and direction to such outside counsel.
• Provide assistance for sophisticated legal, regulatory and compliance matters for insurance operations
• Responsible for research and drafting legal advice memos and communications
• Lead all aspects of legislative, regulatory and industry developments, and providing updates to BUs with respect to same
• Participate in industry conferences, presentations, committees and working groups
• May lead legal research projects / initiatives
• Provide any other legal advice that management may require

What We Are Looking For

• Member in good standing with the Bar
• Licensed to practice law in respective jurisdiction
• 4-6 years of proven experience with a major law firm and / or corporation
• Experience with and knowledge of the legislative frameworks
• Experience supporting the insurance business including life, annuity and / or long-term care insurance preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong influencing and negotiating skills
• Strong organization and detail oriented approach
• Thoughtful and operates with discretion
• Ability to quickly identify legal problems / risk

What Can We Offer

• A competitive salary and benefits packages.
• A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging pursuit of passions and learning new skills!
• A focus on growing career pathways.
• Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.

About Manulife And John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better.

With our global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, we operate as Manulife across our offices in Asia, Canada, and Europe, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States.

We provide financial advice, insurance, and wealth and asset management solutions for individuals, groups and institutions.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife / John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals.

We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

Salary & Benefits

The annual base salary for this role is listed below. Salary range is expected to be between $111,900.00 USD - $201,420.00 USD.

The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education / training.

Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

Primary Location

Boston, Massachusetts

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