At TruStage, we’re on a mission to make a brighter financial future accessible to everyone. We put people first, and work hand in hand with employees and customers to create a diverse and inclusive environment. Passionate about building insurance, investment and technology solutions, we push the boundaries of what’s possible. We need you to help us shape what’s next. You’ll be encouraged to share your experiences, ideas and skills to help others take control of their financial future.
Join a team that has received numerous awards for being a top place to work: TruStage awards and recognition
Job Purpose:
This attorney will use their experience and expertise in privacy to expand and inform our compliance and privacy organization within TruStage to help our business navigate and succeed across data and technology regulations and developments. This attorney will build bridges among the teams working at the heart of law, business, technology, data, and consumers. This position reports to the Vice President, Chief Ethics, Compliance, and Privacy Officer. This position generally may have attorney or non-attorney direct reports in the future.
This attorney provides strategic level legal expertise and leadership to senior levels of management in the conduct of company business for TruStage and its Affiliates. Effectively builds partnerships with business customers. Delivers creative, profitable, competitive solutions for TruStage. Demonstrates leadership on corporate and division initiatives exhibiting a strong business acumen. Has broad responsibility and great autonomy in representing TruStage. Must provide strong and effective leadership on projects and activities across the organization. He/she has authority and responsibility for assisting in the development of corporate strategic plans/policies and business plans/procedures in conjunction with executive and senior management. He/she maintains a highly visible corporate presence and countenance that inspires trust and invites consultation from persons both inside and outside TruStage to advance the corporate mission.
Job Responsibilities:
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Utilizes a high degree of general business knowledge and judgment, including an in-depth understanding of TruStage operations, customers, programs, and plans to advise executive and senior management to help TruStage achieve its corporate goals and develop competitive advantages resulting from changing legal and business environments.
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Establish close partnerships with assigned business leaders and their teams.
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Advises on and participates in complex projects, collaborating across legal and compliance teams and with business and technology clients, as appropriate.
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Delivers innovative legal solutions that anticipate future legal issues related to product, program, customer and operational needs of TruStage.
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Monitors and reviews complex new laws, regulations, and case law; identifies and summarizes relevant issues.
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Understands interaction in regulated environments between business, policy, compliance, legislative and legal frameworks.
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Matches legal resource utilized to the level of risk and complexity.
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Provide mentoring and coaching to other attorneys and compliance professionals.
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Proactively develops internal and external relationships in area of expertise that can be leveraged to gain insight on issues and best practices.
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Develops relationships with all levels of leaders that results in counsel being sought in area of expertise.
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Authority and responsibility to assist clients in the development of strategic and business plans and procedures in conjunction with Executive and Senior management.
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Matches legal resource utilized to the level of risk and complexity.
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Actively monitors industry legal and business developments; identifies and drives business changes given developments in area of expertise and businesses impacted.
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Educate clients on legal developments in area of expertise.
The above statement of duties is not intended to be all inclusive and other duties will be assigned from time to time.
Job Requirements:
- Juris Doctor or L.L.B. Degree and continuing legal education within areas of specialty and responsibility.
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Authorized to practice law in the State of Wisconsin or applicable jurisdiction.
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Generally, up to ten years of legal experience with overall expert status in privacy, cybersecurity, and/or artificial intelligence laws and regulations, including GLBA, FCRA, CCPA, HIPAA, NYDFS Cybersecurity Regulation, Colorado ECDIS, and others..
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In-depth knowledge of TruStage products, programs, operations, policies and strategies gained through experience.
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In-depth knowledge of credit union marketplace.
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In-depth knowledge of area of expertise gained through experience in the insurance and/or financial services industries and formal education.
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Ability to recognize current and anticipate future developments in the legal environment, marketplace and TruStage products, programs and operations.
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Ability to understand and use economic, financial, and industry data to appropriately balance business opportunities and legal risks.
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Ability to interact with clients and other parties in a manner that inspires a high degree of trust, invites consultation and promotes communication.
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Significant degree of business acumen to enable attorney to evaluate and propose alternatives that are not only legally permissible but which also make sense from a business standpoint.
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Strong analytical skills, creativity and significant experience in analyzing and providing practical, effective solutions to significant, complex transactions and issues.
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Ability to lead by influence and cross-functionally, organize and coordinate committees, work groups, project teams and/or task forces and effectively access TruStage resources.
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Ability to negotiate, clearly communicate and to persuade others.
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May be responsible for the consistent delivery of HR processes: recruiting, hiring, training, career development, performance management, etc. Evaluate managers and team members in both technical duties and professional aspects of their performance.
- Ability to prioritize work and to work under pressure; ability to maximize results using limited resources.
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If you’re ready to help make a difference, apply today. Please provide your Work Experience and Education or attach a copy of your resume. Applications received without this information may be removed from consideration.
Compensation may vary based on the job level, your geographic work location, position incentive plan and exemption status.
Base Salary Range:
$145,400.00 - $270,400.00
At TruStageTM, we believe a sound, inclusive benefits program is of vital importance, along with a flexible workplace that allows for work-life balance, career growth and retirement assistance. In addition to your base pay, your position may be eligible for an annual incentive (bonus) plan. Additional benefits available to eligible employees include medical, dental, vision, employee assistance program, life insurance, disability plans, parental leave, paid time off, 401k, and tuition reimbursement, just to name a few. Beyond pay and benefits, we also recognize that flexibility, including working in a place you prefer, is essential to caring for our employees. We will continue to strive to offer flexibility and invest in technology and other tools that will make hybrid working normal rather than an exception, so that when “life happens,” you can focus on what’s most important.
Accommodation request
TruStage is a place where everyone can bring their best self and thrive. If you need application or interview process accommodations, please contact the accessibility department.
What We Do
We believe a brighter financial future should be accessible to everyone. Built on the principle of “people helping people,” CUNA Mutual Group is a financially strong insurance, investment and financial services company. Through our company culture, community engagement, and products and solutions, we are working to create a more equitable financial system that helps to improve the lives of those we serve and our society.
In 2020, the CUNA Mutual Group Foundation donated $3.8 million dollars to support more than 80 community partners and organizations, including several credit union foundations.
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