Counsel II – Insurance & Agency Operations

Erie Insurance Group

. Assist with organizing and directing the company's legal activities .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeErie • Pennsylvania • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $139,559 - $222,932 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in corporate and insurance law, providing legal counsel and guidance on compliance, contracts, and regulatory matters. Proficient in legal research and interpretation of statutes, with a strong background in property and casualty insurance operations.

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J.D. Or L.L.B. DegreeTen Years Of Related ExperienceAdmitted To Practice In At Least One StateInsurance Law ExpertiseCorporate Counseling Experience

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchContract DraftingCompliance ReviewLitigation SupportStatutory InterpretationInsurance Claims GuidanceRegulatory AnalysisTransactional LawCivil LitigationCommercial Law

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationAdvisory SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

Insurance IndustryCorporate LawProperty And Casualty InsuranceInsurance Agency RegulationFinancial IndustryRegulatory ComplianceLegislative AffairsTrade Associations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with organizing and directing the company's legal activities
Assist in directing the defense against suits or claims and initiating legal actions supporting company claims
Provide legal counsel and guidance to officers and personnel on corporate and operational legal matters
Prepare or review contracts, leases, formal agreements, legal instruments, insurance policies, forms, and endorsements
Draft and revise insurance contracts and related documents for compliance with statutes, regulations, administrative orders, circulars, bulletins, and other legal authority
Research and interpret statutes, regulations, case law, insurance department bulletins, and other legal authority
Provide legal advice and guidance to company departments
Provide legal research, advice, and guidance on insurance claims
Review proposed and existing legislation affecting Erie Insurance Group and advise senior legal leadership
Counsel corporate personnel on issues involving property, taxes, advertising, trademarks, copyright, promotions, contracts, personnel matters, public relations, underwriting, and claims interpretation
Participate in trade associations and regulatory and legislative hearings and meetings
Direct or handle other legal assignments as requested
Maintain regular and predictable attendance and onsite presence as required by business and operational needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. or L.L.B. degree from an accredited law school required
Ten years of related experience, preferably in corporate and/or insurance law, required
Admitted to practice and in good standing in at least one state required
If not admitted in Pennsylvania, eligible for admission by reciprocity, limited in-house admission, or examination required
Knowledge or experience with insurance or financial industry preferred
Experience in property and casualty or life insurance operations preferred
Experience in insurance agency or broker regulation and operations preferred
Experience in electronic payments preferred
Experience in commercial law preferred
Related corporate counseling, regulatory, transactional, or civil litigation experience, especially in highly regulated industries, may also be considered
Ability to travel on short notice, including possible overnight stays
Regular and predictable attendance required
Ability to perform occasional driving and physical tasks, including lifting/moving up to 50 lbs and using lifting-aide equipment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents; coverage begins your first day of work
Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums; Erie currently pays up to 97% of employees’ monthly premium costs
Traditional pension plan; full-time employees are vested after five years of service
401(k) with up to 4% contribution match
Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days, and parental leave
Tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations
Company-paid basic life insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Orthodontic coverage for children and adults
Adoption assistance
Fertility and infertility coverage
Well-being programs
Paid volunteer hours for community service
Dollar-for-dollar matching of charitable gifts each year
Position may be eligible for an annual bonus payment