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Acrisure

. Advise Acrisure's North American Specialty lines of business, including wholesale brokerage, MGA and MGU operations, program business, specialty distribution platforms, and related insurance operations .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $113,985 - $134,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in insurance distribution regulations, contract negotiation, and risk evaluation while providing practical legal guidance to support business objectives. Possesses strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills essential for managing complex legal matters in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active License To Practice LawLegal Experience In Insurance DistributionNegotiation Of Commercial AgreementsUnderstanding Of Insurance Regulatory FrameworksIn-House Experience In Specialty Insurance

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Hard Skills

Drafting Insurance-Related AgreementsEvaluating Legal RisksManaging Complex Legal MattersDeveloping Template AgreementsNegotiating Insurance Contracts

Soft Skills

Exceptional Written CommunicationAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaborative ApproachBusiness-Oriented Judgment

Tools & Technologies

Clause LibrariesPlaybooksAI Solutions

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Law License

Industry Keywords

Wholesale BrokerageMGAMGUSurplus LinesSpecialty InsuranceInsurance DistributionRegulatory AffairsMergers And AcquisitionsThird Party Claims Administration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise Acrisure's North American Specialty lines of business, including wholesale brokerage, MGA and MGU operations, program business, specialty distribution platforms, and related insurance operations
Support senior attorneys on wholesale brokerage, MGA, MGU, program administration, retail-wholesale relationships, surplus lines, and specialty insurance product distribution
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial and insurance-related agreements
Develop and maintain template agreements, playbooks, and clause libraries
Identify and evaluate legal risks involving new products, programs, carrier relationships, and business opportunities
Provide guidance on insurance distribution regulations, carrier audits, and carrier contractual obligations
Partner with Compliance, Regulatory Affairs, and Operations on legal and regulatory issues
Deliver practical, commercially focused legal guidance balancing business objectives with legal and reputational risk
Support acquisitions, integrations, and strategic transactions involving the Specialty business
Perform other duties and provide additional legal support as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
At least two years of legal experience, with significant experience supporting insurance distribution businesses
Familiarity with wholesale brokerage, surplus lines, specialty insurance, MGA, MGU and program administrator operations, and related insurance sectors
Understanding of insurance regulatory frameworks, insurance distribution, and industry practices
Experience negotiating sophisticated commercial and insurance-related agreements
Exceptional written and verbal communication, negotiation, analytical, and issue-spotting skills
Ability to independently manage complex legal matters and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Practical, business-oriented judgment and ability to communicate legal risk clearly to executive and operational stakeholders
Collaborative approach with ability to build relationships and influence across functions
Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and commitment to timely, solution-oriented legal support
Enthusiasm for embracing AI and technology-enabled solutions
In-house experience supporting insurance brokers, wholesalers, MGAs, program administrators, carriers, or specialty insurance organizations is preferred
Experience with mergers and acquisitions in the insurance sector is preferred
Multi-state regulatory and insurance distribution experience is preferred
Experience with third party claims administration is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Fertility benefits
Wellness resources
Paid sick time
Generous paid time off and holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Complimentary Calm app subscription
Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
Commuter benefits
Employee discount programs
Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave, including for adoptive parents
Legal plan options
Pet insurance coverage