Senior Counsel, Global Auto

** Join our dynamic and growing Legal team supporting Assurant’s Global Automotive business!
** This role serves as Senior Counsel for Assurant’s Global Automotive line—an innovative, fast‑evolving business operating in 21+ countries and partnering with some of the world’s largest organizations. Assurant Global Automotive delivers vehicle protection services and other auto‑related risk‑transfer products through a wide range of distribution channels.

As Senior Counsel, you will act as a strategic business legal advisor to the Global Automotive business, supporting high‑impact and game‑changing initiatives, enabling sustainable growth, and proactively managing legal risk. You will collaborate with a team of attorneys and professionals to provide general and commercial legal guidance across strategic initiatives, product development, financial structures, commercial negotiations, commercial dispute management, and regulatory/ compliance matters.

This is a remote role, with a strong preference for candidates based in Atlanta, GA or Miami, FL area. Exceptional candidates in other locations will also be considered.

Draft and Negotiate Contracts and Legal Documents (60%)
* Draft, negotiate, revise, and edit agreements with third‑party partners—including dealerships, OEMs, agencies, TPAs, and service providers—to support evolving business and legal needs.
* Lead negotiations related to:

• Dealership, agency, and TPA administration agreements    
• Profit‑participation program agreements    
• Dealer loan and retro programs    
• Reinsurance treaties and related trust agreements
* Assess risks associated with contract provisions and provide alternative language to support business objectives and evolving operational practices.

Advice and Counsel (25%)
* Apply understanding of business strategies, objectives, and initiatives to identify potential legal risks.
* Counsel business leaders on the implications of those risks and recommend actions to avoid or minimize exposure, consistent with Assurant’s compliance philosophies.

Research and Documentation (10%)
* Provide legal advice regarding applicable laws and regulations, including analysis of emerging legislation and its impact on business practices.
* Review contract terms and conditions to advise on the rights and obligations of all parties.

Strategic Partnerships & Initiatives (5%)
* Participate in cross‑functional teams involved in the design, review, and implementation of strategic projects, including the development of new products and services.
* Juris Doctor (JD) required
* Minimum of 6 years of legal experience in a law firm or corporate law department.
* Preferred knowledge of Automotive F&I service contracts and ancillary programs, relevant laws and regulations, and industry developments
* Deep experience with - service contract products (home warranty, mobile protection, consumer goods), insurance, or other regulated industries will also be considered
* Experience drafting and negotiating complex contracts
* Active license to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction
* Ability to analyze complex legal and regulatory issues and recommend appropriate, defensible actions
* Ability to manage a broad range of issues while delivering high‑quality client service under pressure
* Highly autonomous and self‑motivated, with sound judgment and ability to manage competing priorities
* Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters professionally
* Strong executive presence, interpersonal skills, and excellent writing and speaking abilities
* Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to build a trusted, collaborative work environment
* Ability to apply comprehensive legal knowledge to complex tasks and assignments
* Strong fact evaluation, legal research, and statutory/case‑law interpretation skills
* Ability to recommend and defend courses of action aligned with business and enterprise goals
* Accounting/Finance/Reinsurance/Risk Management experience or education
* Consistent demonstration of ethical conduct and adherence to Assurant’s Code of Ethics and the Canons of Professional Responsibility Ability to travel as necessary, up to 10%#LI-Remote#Assurant Proud Pay  Range:$ - $Any…