AVP, Sr. Counsel, Retirement Plan Services

Alternate Locations: Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania) Work Arrangement:Remote : Work at home employee residing outside of a commutable distance to an office location.Relocation assistance:  is not available for this opportunity.Requisition #: 73986The Role at a GlanceThis position provides leadership, direction and functional expertise on complex projects/initiatives for his/her assigned area(s) of responsibility. S/he will provide legal guidance to the Lincoln Financial Group business segments that are responsible for providing Lincoln’s retirement plan products and services. His/her focus will primarily be the product/solution development regulatory and statutory requirements applicable to these offerings in qualified retirement plans, 403(b), 457 and other deferred compensation plans.  Products and solutions will often be insurance products, securities, or participant level experience focused solutions aim at improving their retirement outcomes.What you'll be doingWhat you'll be doingProvides legal advice & support on: the development & maintenance of LFG's retirement plan products & services; marketing, sales & distribution to new & existing clients; & the legal & compliance aspects of servicing clients & their retirement plans.Identifies and directs strategic process improvements that significantly improve quality across the team, department and/or business unit for assigned area(s) of responsibility.Drafts and negotiates:Service agreements with plan sponsors;Settlement agreements with plan sponsors or participants.Other contracts with service and distribution partnersNegotiates, drafts and/or approvesDispute resolutionRegulatory disputesCommercial claim disputes.Advocates RPS's positions with third parties such as federal, state, and local regulatory bodies and agencies.Oversees the production of legal research including the use of electronic, hard copy, and Internet resources, as necessary.Directs/executes approved strategy decisions and contributes to strategy creation for assigned area(s) of responsibility.Analyzes and communicates changes/developments in the laws applicable to retirement plans (legislative, regulatory, case law).Identifies and communicates legal exposure and risk in a timely and proactive manner to internal key senior stakeholders.Reviews documents and communications prepared for distribution to and/or use by plan sponsor and participant clients.Reviews, advises, drafts, and negotiates contracts and ancillary documents within assigned area(s) of responsibility.Advocates RPS's positions with third parties such as federal, state, and local regulatory bodies and agencies.Selects outside counsel and directs them on various legal projects, as appropriateMaintains knowledge on current and emerging developments/trends for assigned area(s) of responsibility, assesses the impact, and collaborates with senior management to incorporate new trends and developments in current and future strategies.Provides subject matter expertise to team members and applicable internal/external stakeholders on complex assignments/projects for his/her assigned area(s) of responsibility.Directs/executes approved strategy decisions and contributes to strategy creation for assigned area(s) of responsibility.Provides strategic direction to build and enhance the capability for his/her assigned area(s) of responsibility.Maintains current knowledge of legal developments and trends, assesses the impact, and ensures that new trends/developments are appropriately incorporated in current/future strategies.What we’re looking forWhat we're looking forEducationUndergraduate degreeJ.D. from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved school and a Member of the Bar in good standing is required Experience10+ Years as a retirement plans attorney preferably either at a law firm or financial services company 5 – 7+ Years’ experience with the requirements applicable to product/solution development in the retirement plans context, such as ERISA title 1 considerations, 33 Act Considerations, Advisers Act and state department of insurance issues5 – 7+ Years’ experience with the requirements applicable to qualified retirement plans, 403(b), 457 and other deferred compensation plans 0 - 1+ Years of Insurance and securities law experience a plus Application DeadlineWhat’s it like to work here?At Lincoln Financial Group, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future. What’s in it for you:Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each Lincoln leadership Attribute.Leadership development and virtual training opportunitiesPTO/parental leaveCompetitive 401K and employee benefitsFree financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance programTuition assistance programA leadership team that prioritizes your health and well-being; offering a remote work environment and flexible work hybrid situationsEffective productivity/technology tools and trainingThe pay range for this position is $140,701 - $256,200 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees.  In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual.  Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.About The CompanyLincoln Financial Group helps people to plan, protect and retire with confidence. As of Dec. 31, 2023, approximately 17 million customers trust our guidance and solutions across four core businesses – annuities, life insurance, group protection and retirement plan services. As of December 31, 2023, the company had $295 billion in end-of-period account balances, net of reinsurance. Headquartered in Radnor, Pa., Lincoln Financial Group is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE: LNC) and its affiliates. Learn more at LincolnFinancial.com.Lincoln is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Follow us on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and Instagram. For the latest company news, visit our newsroom. Be Aware of Fraudulent Recruiting ActivitiesIf you are interested in a career at Lincoln, we encourage you to review our current openings and apply on our website. Lincoln values the privacy and security of every applicant and urges all applicants to diligently protect their sensitive personal information from scams targeting job seekers. These scams can take many forms including fake employment applications, bogus interviews and falsified offer letters.Lincoln will not ask applicants to provide their social security numbers, date of birth, bank account information or other sensitive information in job applications. Additionally, our recruiters do not communicate with applicants through free e-mail accounts (Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or conduct interviews utilizing video chat rooms. We will never ask applicants to provide payment during the hiring process or extend an offer without conducting a phone, live video or in-person interview.  Please contact Lincoln's fraud team at fraudhotline@lfg.com if you encounter a recruiter or see a job opportunity that seems suspicious.Additional InformationThis position may be subject to Lincoln’s Political Contribution Policy.  An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln’s current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted through our web site or to personal e-mail accounts of employees of Lincoln Financial Group are considered property of Lincoln Financial Group and are not subject to payment of agency fees.Lincoln Financial Group (“LFG”) is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, Veteran status, or genetic information.  Applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications.  If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling 260-455-2558.This Employer Participates in E-Verify. 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