Full-Time

Assistant General Counsel

Agency and Product

Posted on 8/22/2024

Hippo Insurance

Hippo Insurance

501-1,000 employees

Homeowners insurance with smart technology integration

Financial Services
Consumer Goods

Senior

Austin, TX, USA + 1 more

More locations: Dallas, TX, USA

Hybrid role requiring in-office presence in Austin and Dallas.

Category
Legal
Risk & Compliance
Legal & Compliance
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • 5+ years of comparable law firm or in house experience
  • Bachelor's degree in related field and JD
  • Current license to practice law (JD)
  • Strong proven background in contract negotiation and drafting
  • Knowledge of RESPA, FCRA, and other laws for organizational compliance
  • P&C Insurance background
  • Excellent negotiation and communications skills
  • Analytical ability
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Overall broad corporate and insurance legal knowledge
  • In-depth understanding of how legal issues affect organizations
  • Ability to develop legal strategy and objectives
  • Ability to anticipate legal issues or risks and to “see around the corner”
  • Self-motivated and directed; ability to collaborate is a must
  • Strong intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn how to help others solve problems
  • Flexible and willing to do what is needed to get great work done
  • A natural inclination to work within a culture that is fast-paced and dynamic
Responsibilities
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts (e.g., agreements with home builders, lead generation agreements, vendor agreements, and carrier agreements) to minimize risk and apply consistent legal terms and protections with emphasis on insurance agency and managing general agency strategic agreements
  • Advise on licensing and other regulatory requirements for insurance agency business
  • Manage and/or support all stages of litigation or disputes involving our agency operations including pre-litigation, arbitration, managing outside counsel, as well as regulatory actions and subpoenas
  • Agency compliance including support for training, review, delivery, and support for admitted and non-admitted insurance and non-insurance products
  • General product counseling for Hippo’s agency and digital distribution teams as well as Hippo’s new ventures and non-insurance products teams
  • Research, identify, and mitigate legal risks across the organization
  • Serve as primary legal support to key cross-functional and business stakeholders
  • Keep abreast of legal developments and continue legal education in substantive areas as they relate to the industry and our insurance agency operations in particular
  • Meet legal objectives and OKRs
  • Lead compliance efforts for designated key compliance initiatives of Hippo
  • Responsibility for RESPA compliance for the builders business; FCRA; TCPA and other laws applicable to the digital platforms of Hippo
  • Deal with complex, significant matters that cut across legal, compliance, and business areas
  • Deliver quality legal products and services in a fast paced environment on a timely basis

Hippo provides homeowners insurance that combines traditional coverage with smart home technology and proactive home care services. Their insurance policies include features such as smart home devices that help detect and prevent potential issues in the home before they escalate. This approach not only protects the property but also offers homeowners peace of mind. Unlike many competitors, Hippo focuses on integrating technology into their insurance offerings, which allows them to offer a more comprehensive and modern solution for homeowners. The goal of Hippo is to keep homeowners informed and prepared, reducing the likelihood of problems and enhancing overall property protection.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$1.2B

Headquarters

Palo Alto, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased smart home device adoption boosts demand for Hippo's integrated insurance policies.
  • Partnerships like Snapsheet enhance claims processing efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Proactive home maintenance trends align with Hippo's business model, driving growth.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from InsurTech startups may erode Hippo's market share.
  • Rising smart home technology costs could impact Hippo's profitability.
  • Regulatory scrutiny on data privacy may increase compliance costs for Hippo.

What makes Hippo Insurance unique

  • Hippo integrates smart home technology with insurance for proactive home protection.
  • The company offers personalized maintenance advice through the Hippo Home app.
  • Hippo's New Homes Program enhances access to insurance for new homeowners.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

Company Equity

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Parental Leave

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