Description:

An American Auto Insurance Company is seeking a highly experienced and team-oriented professional to serve as Senior Counsel II supporting all of An American Auto Insurance Company's Commercial and Technology contracting needs. You will be responsible for drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial and technology contracts that support all of An American Auto Insurance Company's strategic lines of business, such as technology vendor agreements, marketing and advertising agreements, strategic partnerships, and new product offerings involving cutting edge technology. You will directly report to the Senior Director, Head of Commercial and Technology Contracts in Legal and be a part of a growing and innovative legal team.

Essential Functions:
  • Draft, negotiate and advise on complex agreements relating to real estate, marketing, technology procurement, licensing, alliance and partnership arrangements and other general purpose commercial agreements.
  • Effectively collaborate cross-functionally with the entire Legal Department and other members of corporate functions including finance, HR, marketing, as necessary.
  • Provide strategic business and legal advice to cultivate trusted relationships with business stakeholders and other key partners.
  • Manage numerous projects autonomously and under time-sensitive situations with an ability to make sound and quick judgment calls while incorporating the help of subject matter experts or legal leadership as appropriate.
  • Demonstrate customer-centric focus and responsiveness to drive successful business outcomes.

Basic Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of commercial legal experience.
  • J.D. degree and membership in at least one US state bar.
  • Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
  • Experience managing high deal volume on tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Experience advising senior business stakeholders.
  • Sound legal judgment and problem-solving skills.