Deputy General Counsel

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Job Description - Deputy General Counsel (24000AHJ)

About the Organization:

The Division of Insurance ("DOI"), an Agency within the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation, administers the Commonwealth’s insurance consumer protection laws through its regulation of the insurance industry. The primary mission of the Division is to monitor the solvency of its licensees in order to promote a healthy, responsive and willing marketplace for consumers who purchase insurance products. The Division also investigates and responds to consumer inquiries and complaints, enforces state insurance laws and regulations, and provides the public with accurate and unbiased insurance information.

The Division of Insurance is committed to creating and sustaining a work culture that is welcoming, inclusive, and mutually respectful to all its employees regardless of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran or disability status.

About the Role:

The position assists the General Counsel in providing legal advice and representation to the Commissioner of Insurance and senior Division staff in complex areas of law. These areas include but are not limited to: matters relating to the regulation of insurance, reinsurance, licensing, administrative supervision, and enforcement actions. The Deputy General Counsel may also interact with other regulators and participate in policy making within the DOI.

Duties and Responsibilities: (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Review legal documents prepared by subordinate attorneys for legal sufficiency.
• Assist in managing the departmental administration and operations of the Legal Unit.
• Assist in the formulation and development of policy relating to the DOI’s regulatory mission.
• Oversee the Division’s Special Investigations Unit.
• Conduct or oversee adjudicatory, administrative or regulatory proceedings.
• Assist the General Counsel in coordinating legal aspects of insurance company takeovers.
• Confer with the Office of the Attorney General in litigation involving the DOI.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of insurance regulation and legislative processes.
• Familiarity with Massachusetts insurance law and public records laws.
• General management skills and ability to motivate staff.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to think critically and develop client-focused solutions.
• Graduate of an accredited law school and admitted to the Massachusetts bar with 5 to 7 years’ experience in regulatory law.

All applicants should attach a cover letter and resume to their online submission for this position.

Qualifications

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least six (6) years of professional experience in business administration or related fields, with at least two (2) years in a supervisory capacity.

Substitutions:

• A certificate in a relevant field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
• A Bachelor's degree may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
• A Graduate degree may substitute for three (3) years of experience.
• A Doctorate may substitute for four (4) years of experience.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Official Title: Program Manager VII

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Boston - 1000 Washington St

Job

Legal Services

Agency

Division of Insurance

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Salary

95,982.38 - 135,000.00 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Michael Powers - 6175217794

Bargaining Unit: M99-Managers (EXE)

Confidential: No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes

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