Job Title: Legal & Compliance Manager
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer and other company officers
Job Summary: The Legal & Compliance Manager is responsible for overseeing the company’s internal legal matters and ensuring regulatory compliance within the property and casualty insurance industry. This role involves developing and implementing compliance policies, advising on legal risks, managing regulatory filings, and ensuring adherence to state and federal insurance laws. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in insurance law and compliance, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Experience or familiarity with data calls and various report bureaus is essential.
- Develop, implement, and oversee company-wide compliance programs to ensure adherence to applicable insurance laws and regulations.
- Monitor and interpret changes in federal and state insurance laws, regulations, and policies that may impact the company’s operations.
- Advise senior management and internal stakeholders on legal risks and regulatory requirements.
- Manage regulatory filings, licensing, and reporting obligations with state insurance departments and other governing bodies.
- Conduct internal audits and risk assessments to identify potential compliance gaps and recommend corrective actions.
- Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and training programs to promote a culture of compliance within the organization.
- Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and oversee regulatory examinations.
- Assist in contract review, negotiation, and management to mitigate legal risks.
- Investigate and respond to compliance-related inquiries, complaints, and potential violations.
- Collaborate with legal counsel, auditors, and other external advisors as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in law, business administration, or a related field; JD preferred.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in legal and compliance roles within the property and casualty insurance industry.
- Strong knowledge of state and federal insurance regulations and compliance requirements.
- Experience managing regulatory filings and interacting with insurance regulatory bodies.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple departments.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in legal research and regulatory compliance tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in dealing with program administrators, third-party administrators, managing general agents, and reinsurance carriers is preferred.
- JD or legal background with a focus on insurance law, or professional certification in compliance such as CPCU, AICP, or CCEP.
- Experience handling regulatory examinations and audits.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
- Professional development opportunities.
- This is an onsite position in the Charlotte, NC office.
How to Apply: You can apply directly to this posting or send your confidential resume to Virginia.Amburgy@gogpac.com.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
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