Institutional Retirement Services & Pension Risk Transfer; PRT Attorney

Join Securian's Law Department as a trusted legal advisor to support our Institutional Retirement Services Division (Retirement Division), where your expertise will shape the future of retirement solutions and pension risk transfer. As a member of our Law Department, you'll partner with senior leaders, business stakeholders, and external representatives to guide complex negotiations and deliver innovative solutions that make a lasting impact.

• Providing trusted legal counsel on qualified retirement plans, ERISA, group annuities, and other pension-related services.
• Negotiating high-impact transactions with plan sponsors and their representatives, preparing and reviewing contract and RFP documentation, and ensuring seamless communication with internal and executive stakeholders.
• Shaping the future of retirement solutions by advising on new product development, particularly within the PRT and retirement income markets.
• Staying ahead of industry trends by monitoring evolving regulations, litigation, and documentation standards, and translating them into actionable guidance for the business.
• Partnering across the enterprise to address both legal and strategic issues, supporting growth initiatives, and exploring innovative options for the Retirement Division and PRT business.
• Growing leadership opportunities with the potential to expand into management responsibilities as the role evolves.

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Minnesota law license (or ability to obtain one within six months of hire).
• 3-5 years of relevant legal experience, including ERISA and qualified retirement plan expertise.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts in a clear, practical way.
• A motivated, resourceful, and entrepreneurial spirit, comfortable managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines and navigating ambiguity with confidence.

• Experience with Pension Risk Transfer transactions or pension plan matters.
• Knowledge of insurance law, group annuities, and/or pensions.
• Background in ERISA compliance.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Securian Financial, we encourage you to apply!

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you're in a commutable distance (90 minutes), you'll join us 3 days each week in our St. Paul, MN Home Office to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.

The estimated base pay range for this job is $138,500 - $205,500. Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. This job may also be eligible for a performance-based incentive program. More information will be provided during the hiring process and can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Paid time off: We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what's important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.

Leave programs: Securian's flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.

Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian's 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners and children - are eligible for…