Associate Counsel Job at Sammons Financial Group (West Des Moines)

Senior Counsel-Associate General Counsel - Investments

At Allianz Life, we are driven by our mission – we secure your future – and by o...

Location

United States , Minneapolis

Salary:

141000.00 - 282000.00 USD / Year

Allianz

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Law degree from ABA accredited law school
Licensed to practice in Minnesota or an active member in good standing with a state bar with the ability to be admitted in Minnesota within six months of hiring
9+ years of experience with a law firm or in-house corporate law department, in an in-house corporate law department of an institutional investment manager or for the internal investment department of an insurance company
Broad experience in providing legal counsel on sophisticated institutional and alternative investments, hedging and derivatives trading and general corporate governance matters
Experience in providing legal counsel on distressed assets or assets in workout arrangements
Initiative-taker with strong organizational, communication and people skills
Ability to navigate complicated and nuanced issues
Inquisitive and willing to learn and expand legal knowledge in unanticipated areas and take on new challenges
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
Demonstrated success as a team member and in collaborating with business partners

Job Responsibility

Provide high quality legal services on a timely and cost-efficient basis
Provide comprehensive legal support in the investment space for a large life insurance company and its investment management subsidiary, including reviewing, negotiating, and drafting investment related agreements
Advise on legal and regulatory requirements, corporate policies and procedures, best practices, and strategies for managing risk as part of a multi-national organization
Analyze business plans and participate in project teams and corporate initiatives to identify legal risks, and advise clients on findings and mitigation strategies
Offer legal support to the investment governance, risk, and compliance team, by advising on laws, regulations, and corporate policies applicable to institutional investment advisers and insurance company investors
Assist with corporate governance and operational matters
Prepare legal memoranda, legal agreements, regulatory filings, and other documents
Collaborate cross functionally with other attorneys and outside counsel to provide holistic legal advice

What we offer

Choice of comprehensive medical, dental and vision plan options
Health savings account
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan retirement plan
Generous annual paid leave
Outstanding 401(k) company match
Life insurance
Award-winning campus with an array of discounted amenities, including an onsite health center, child development center, fitness facility, convenience store and two cafeterias
Employee Resource Groups

Fulltime

Senior Counsel-Associate General Counsel - Tax

Provide quality legal services on a timely and cost-efficient basis. Provide leg...

Location

United States , Minneapolis

Salary:

117000.00 - 282000.00 USD / Year

Allianz

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8-10 years of experience required: Law firm, governmental or administrative agency and/or insurance or financial services company
Advanced degree required: JD, LLM specializing in taxation
Utilization of artificial intelligence tools and resources (e.g. generative AI)
You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and will not require immigration sponsorship for visa status now or in the future (e.g. H1-B, L-1, TN, etc). If you are currently on CPT/OPT, you are ineligible due to the need for future immigration sponsorship

Job Responsibility

Analyze business plans and initiatives to identify legal risks, advise business partners on risk mitigation and best practices
Partner with Operations management in identifying and containing legal risks and developing best practices
Provide timely tax advice and guidance on day-to-day legal issues and projects involving new business, inforce administrations and claim processing
Collaborate with other attorneys including operations, distribution, product and litigation and other staff within legal and compliance

What we offer

Comprehensive medical and dental plan options
Generous time off plan
Outstanding 401(k) company match
Award-winning campus with amenities such as onsite health center, child development center, fitness facility, convenience store and two cafeterias
Employee Resource Groups promoting inclusivity and diversity

Fulltime

Associate Counsel, Marketing

We are currently seeking an Associate Marketing Counsel to join our team and sup...

Location

United States

Salary:

140000.00 USD / Year

Axiom Law

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing in the U.S.
Minimum 3-7+ years of experience in product counsel, marketing law, and/or technology transactions, preferably in-house
Knowledge of marketing, privacy, and advertising-related legal considerations
Experience supporting product launches or commercial initiatives in technology or consumer-focused industries

Job Responsibility

Provide legal guidance on product initiatives, marketing campaigns, and related commercial arrangements
Support partnerships, vendor relationships, and third-party agreements tied to products and marketing efforts
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure efficient legal review and compliance processes
Ensure adherence to privacy, advertising, consumer protection, and industry-specific standards as needed

What we offer

health benefits
401K
professional development resources
learning and development programs

Fulltime

Associate Counsel

Help drive Big Health’s growth by providing practical, business-minded legal sup...

Location

United States

Salary:

125000.00 - 145000.00 USD / Year

Big Health

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar (California, Massachusetts, or Delaware preferred)
3–5 years of relevant legal experience, ideally with a mix of law firm and in-house in healthcare, digital health, or life sciences
Strong experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts
Working knowledge of healthcare regulatory frameworks, including FDA regulations for software-based medical devices, HIPAA, and federal and state fraud and abuse laws
Familiarity with data privacy and security laws (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA) and experience operationalizing privacy compliance
Ability to interpret and apply healthcare and data protection regulations in a practical, business-enabling manner
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts and tailor messaging for varied, cross-functional audiences
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Comfort working cross-functionally with product, compliance, commercial, and regulatory teams
Proactive, solutions-oriented, and comfortable exercising sound judgment in ambiguous situations

Job Responsibility

Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial and clinical contracts, including licensing, collaboration, research, and vendor agreements
Manage redlines, coordinate with internal stakeholders, and ensure alignment with regulatory, privacy, market access, sales, and other departments’ requirements
Maintain and improve contract templates and related policies and procedures to support deal cycles
Advise on compliance regarding healthcare regulations (e.g., Anti-Kickback, Sunshine Act, etc.), product claims and advertising, and data privacy laws (US and global)
Act as the first point of contact for day-to-day legal questions and translate complex laws into practical guardrails for business teams
Contribute to the development of scalable legal workflows and policies

What we offer

generous vacation policy
professional development fund
flexible working arrangements
stock options

Fulltime

Associate Counsel, Intellectual Property and Entertainment Law

Complex seeks a New York–based lawyer with 3+ years of experience focused on inb...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

150000.00 - 170000.00 USD / Year

Complex NTWRK

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD required from an ABA accredited university
An active member of the New York state bar
3+ years experience as a practicing in-house attorney at a media/production company, merchandise/e-commerce, or relevant law firm experience
Experience with entertainment and digital media transactions including licensing, digital publishing, advertising, content product and content distribution
Strong analytical capabilities and judgment, even when the rules and law are unclear and the issues are of first impression
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Job Responsibility

Merchandise & Licensing: Drafting, negotiating, and managing merchandise licensing agreements
oversight of inbound/outbound co-branded IP licensing
collaborations with consumer brands, retail partners, and manufacturers
and rights clearance
Intellectual Property Rights: Advising on trademark, copyright, publicity rights, brand protection, anti-counterfeiting, and enforcement strategies
managing clearance of logos, names, characters, artwork, and designs for use on merchandise and in co-branded programs
Retail, Distribution & eCommerce: Manufacturing and supply agreements, QC/approvals, safety/labeling basics, wholesale/marketplace/DTC terms (service levels, returns/chargebacks), and fulfillment/reporting
Experiential & Live Events: Draft agreements for pop-ups, festival activations, and on-site retail agreements
Brand Partnerships & Sponsorships: Partner with Sales/Brand Partnerships to structure, draft, and negotiate sponsorship agreements (IOs/CCAs/SOWs, talent attachments)
Structure, draft, negotiate, and manage complex commercial agreements across digital media, entertainment, and publishing, including advertising sales transactions with direct and agency clients

What we offer

Best in class health, dental, and vision insurance
Healthcare FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Commuter Benefits FSA
Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance
Paid Parental leave
401k with 4% match
Pet Insurance
Legal and Identity Theft Plans
Vacation time and sick days

Fulltime

Associate Counsel

We are delighted to be partnering with an innovative, high-growth AdTech busines...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

75000.00 - 85000.00 GBP / Year

Harmonic Operations™ | Certified B Corp

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

UK-qualified solicitor with 5-7 years of experience in commercial law
In-house legal experience within a high-growth industry (AdTech, MarTech, or technology preferred)
Strong commercial acumen with proven experience negotiating contracts in a fast-paced environment
GDPR and data protection expertise - CIP certification or strong demonstrable knowledge
Ability to collaborate with sales teams, balancing commercial objectives with legal safeguards
Resilient, pragmatic, and adaptable, comfortable working in an evolving business structure
Independent and proactive, able to take ownership of legal matters while working with remote teams

Job Responsibility

Provide strategic legal guidance on commercial agreements, partnerships, and vendor contracts
Act as a trusted legal advisor to sales and commercial teams, helping to structure deals that align with business goals
Work closely with regional and global teams, supporting growth initiatives while mitigating risk
Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of agreements including client, agency, and technology contracts
Balance business objectives with risk management, ensuring contracts align with the company's commercial priorities
Engage with internal stakeholders to drive contract efficiency and best practices
Ensure contracts and business operations comply with GDPR, data privacy laws, and other relevant regulations
Develop and refine legal policies, supporting business teams with compliance-related training and guidance
Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes, advising leadership on potential impacts

What we offer

20% bonus
25 days holiday

Fulltime

Associate Counsel

You will provide broad-based legal support to Amgen SEA’s commercial, medical, v...

Location

Singapore , Singapore

Salary:

Not provided

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Law degree from recognized university law faculty and qualified to practice law in a common law jurisdiction
6+ years of practice at a top law firm, corporate law department, or a combination of both
Fluency in English required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Contract drafting skills and knowledge of general commercial law, labor law and dispute resolution
Strong interpersonal skills, judgment, maturity and flexibility
Strategic thinker and creative problem-solver who is committed to ensuring the company’s success in a complaint manner
Ability to manage competing priorities and provide high level of services across multiple stakeholders
Ability to operate both independently and as part of a larger in-house legal team

Job Responsibility

Provide broad-based legal support to Amgen SEA’s commercial, medical, value, access and pricing (VA&P), Compliance and other business functions, including providing advice to country leadership teams
Assist to deliver a legal support model in SEA that is results-oriented, fully aligned with the goals and priorities of the business, sustainably lean and strategic about enhancing the attorney’s overall impact as a legal expert and a leader
Take a broad approach to managing legal risk at the affiliate, facilitating day-to-day contracting and routine matters through implementation of templates, training programs and guidance while delivering targeted legal advice as required
Monitor the external environment and ensure that Amgen’s legal risks are proactively managed
Report to the SEA Head of Law in Hong Kong and join a JAPAC regional Law Group.

What we offer

Vast opportunities to learn and move up and across our global organization
Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act
Generous Total Rewards Plan comprising health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits

Associate General Counsel, Employment

Archer Aviation seeks an experienced Associate General Counsel, Employment. This...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

250000.00 - 280000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
A minimum of 8-10 years of experience practicing employment law, preferably with a mix of law firm and in-house experience
Experience with government contracts and related regulatory and international frameworks
Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and exercise sound business judgment
Proven ability to manage end-to-end HR legal function, with excellent writing, communication, collaboration, problem-solving skills, negotiation, analytical and interpersonal skills
Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Licensed in at least one U.S. state or eligibility to register as in-house counsel

Job Responsibility

Provide proactive and practical legal advice on all employment-related issues, including hiring, compensation and benefits, termination, discipline, performance management, wage and hour compliance, workers compensation, OSHA, leave administration, investigations, and related disputes
Develop and implement company policies, handbooks, employment agreements, and training, to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as Archer's culture and values
Stay up to date on legal developments and regulatory changes
Collaborate with the Human Resources, Finance, and other business teams to implement sound legal practices, mitigate risk and improve operational efficiencies
Oversee and manage all employment law matters across the company

What we offer

Equal-opportunity employer
Commitment to diversity and inclusion
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs

Fulltime

Associate Counsel

Sammons Financial Group

Location:
United States , West Des Moines

Category:
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Contract Type:
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March 20, 2026

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