Assistant Corporate Counsel, Contracts

Introduction

At Gallagher Benefit Services, you’re a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it’s shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or advising on workforce challenges, the work you do here creates meaningful change for businesses and the people who power them.

We’re a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners; working side by side to solve problems, and shape the future of work. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. If you’re looking for a place where your contribution matters and where you can help build a better world of work;

think of Gallagher.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Assistant Corporate Counsel, Contracts to join our in-house legal team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for negotiating, drafting, and supporting contracting for our US team across all lines of business and corporate areas. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, the candidate should have significant experience in supporting professional services firms. Additionally, the selected applicant will have the opportunity to expand their role into other legal functions within the business based on their abilities, experience, and desire.

In this client‑facing position, the ideal candidate will have a proven track record of establishing solid relationships and possess a polished and highly personable demeanor. We are seeking a self‑starter who has taken control of their career to date and is eager to make a significant impact. This role presents a great opportunity for someone looking to transition in‑house or for someone with existing in‑house experience who is ready to take their career to the next level.

• Supervise the implementation of agreements, negotiate to secure agreed objectives, and coordinate the work of all parties involved
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations, with a strong focus on good governance and our shared values, particularly putting clients at the heart of our business
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Must be a member in good standing of a US Bar

Minimum of 3 years of pertinent experience in contract drafting and negotiation at a law firm or in‑house

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment
• Skilled lawyer with strategic business acumen
• Self‑directed, initiative‑driven, and goal‑oriented
• Excellent interpersonal skills, accustomed to working and engaging with a diverse team of people
• Strong communication skills to influence and develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Exceptional negotiation, organization, and communication skills
• Proficient drafting skills

We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours.

On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.

Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

• Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
• Life and accident insurance
• 401(K) and Roth options
• Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
• Educational expense reimbursement
• Paid parental leave

Other benefits include:

• Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
• Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
• Training programs
• Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
• Charitable matching gift…