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Protective has helped people achieve protection and security in their lives for over 117 years.
The Role
Provide legal counsel on insurance and corporate laws, draft agreements, collaborate across departments, and conduct regulatory research. Manage legal operations as required.
Summary Generated by Built In
The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it.
We help protect our customers against life’s uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you’ll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provide legal advice and counsel to internal business clients on a range of issues such as insurance, warranty, finance and corporate laws.
2. Draft, review and negotiate agreements and other legal documents that support APD’s business with dealerships, producers, agents, and lenders.
3. Collaborate with others effectively across Protective’s businesses, establishing and maintaining productive working relationships to deliver results.
4. Under direction of Vice President, Senior Counsel, participate in the legal department’s efforts in connection with strategic development, implementation and monitoring of new products, services, programs and other initiatives.
5. Research state insurance and finance laws and regulations; write memoranda, as required, to management and/or company personnel on the applicability or effect of such laws and regulations.
6. Other job duties and projects as assigned.
PROFESSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS:
•Law degree from ABA accredited law school
•Currently admitted to a state bar and in good standing
•Minimum 10 years’ experience in insurance or regulated financial industries and legal environments. Specific knowledge of F&I products (vehicle service contracts/GAP) and related industry participation programs preferred
•Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
•Excellent written and oral communication skills
•Ability to work effectively with and coordinate with others
•Proficient in Microsoft Office Product Suite
CONTACT WITH OTHERS:
•Internal: Sales Department, Operations Department, Compliance Department, Accounting Department and Product Department. External: Outside counsel representing business partners, counsel representing consumers.
SUPERVISION/SUBORDINATES:
TBD – potentially managing 1-3 attorneys and senior legal analysts
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Employee Benefits:
We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits offering. In addition to offering comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. Work/life balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g., paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day). The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards, Protective’s platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.
Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Company’s benefit plans.
Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability:
If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability, please email [email protected]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.
Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing an inclusive workforce.
Skills Required
- Law degree from ABA accredited law school
- Currently admitted to a state bar and in good standing
- Minimum 10 years experience in insurance or regulated financial industries
- Specific knowledge of F&I products preferred
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with and coordinate with others
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Product Suite
Protective Life Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Protective Life and has not been reviewed or approved by Protective Life.
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Retirement Support — A pension plan alongside a 401(k) with employer match is repeatedly highlighted and considered a standout feature. Feedback suggests these offerings provide strong long‑term financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage are complemented by HSA/FSA options with company contributions and wellness incentives. Feedback suggests the breadth of health benefits is comprehensive.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off and holidays are frequently cited as positives, with parental leave and adoption assistance available. Feedback suggests time‑off policies support work‑life balance.
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The Company
What We Do
Protective Life Corporation (Protective) provides financial services through the production, distribution and administration of insurance and investment products throughout the United States. Protective traces its roots to its flagship company founded in 1907, Protective Life Insurance Company. Throughout its more than 110-year history, Protective’s growth and success can be largely attributed to its ongoing commitment to serving people and doing the right thing — for its employees, distributors and, most importantly, its customers. Protective’s home office is located in Birmingham, Alabama, and its 3,000+ employees work across the United States. As of June 30, 2020, Protective had assets of approximately $123 billion. Protective Life Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings,
