Counsel I – Corporate Affairs

FM is a leading property insurer of the world’s largest businesses, providing more than one-third of FORTUNE 1000-size companies with engineering-based risk management and property insurance solutions. FM helps clients maintain continuity in their business operations by drawing upon state-of-the-art loss-prevention engineering and research; risk management skills and support services; tailored risk transfer capabilities; and superior financial strength. To do so, we rely on a dynamic, culturally diverse group of employees, working in more than 100 countries, in a variety of challenging roles.

Summary:
Under the guidance of the Assistant General Counsel, Corporate Affairs Division, to serve as counsel to and advocate for FM on all matters assigned. Examples include advice on governance, data privacy and security, corporate acquisitions/dispositions and joint ventures; consultant, vendor and service contracts; investment and banking transactions; intellectual property matters including nondisclosure agreements, patents, trademarks and copyright; corporate and individual licensing; brokerage agreements; policy contracting and termination matters; legislative and regulatory monitoring, influencing and assuring compliance.

Schedule & Location:
This is a full-time exempt position that can be based on-site in Johnston, RI, NYC, or Norwood, MA. Flexibility for one remote workday per week, based on business needs. Domestic travel may be required up to 10% annually. 

• Oversee and administer the delivery of timely and effective legal assistance to the FM community except policy defense, litigation and subrogation matters
• Monitor, influence, analyze and assure compliance with new or pending legislation, regulations and cases relative to their potential impact on the Company, advising appropriate Company personnel accordingly; this involves both Federal and State laws and requires an in-depth understanding of the operations of the Company
• Analyze for management the legal exposures of the Company and make recommendations to reduce exposures to liability or to loss of company rights and assets
• Initiate or encourage proactive policies, procedures and strategies in this regard
• Assure that Company operations are within the limits prescribed by law

Required Education:
• BA or BS
• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Rhode Island Bar or at least one other state bar

Required Work Experience:
• 3+ years in a law firm or corporate legal department 

Highly Preferred Work Experience:
• Range of general corporate legal experience, preferably in a P/C insurance environment

Required Skills:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical advice

The hiring range for this position is $114,300 - $164,200 annually. The final salary offer will vary based on individual education, skills, and experience. The position is eligible to participate in FM’s comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes an incentive plan, generous health and well-being programs, a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, time off allowances and much more.

FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.