Corporate Counsel

The Mutual Group

. Serve as a day-to-day legal advisor to Human Resources on employment and employee-related matters .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeIowa • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in employment law, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance while providing strategic legal counsel to HR and leadership. Proven ability to manage complex legal issues, oversee corporate policies, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

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Juris Doctor (JD)Active Bar MembershipCorporate Law ExperienceEmployment Law ExpertiseRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Legal AdvisoryContract ReviewPolicy DevelopmentLitigation ManagementIntellectual Property ManagementNegotiationPerformance ManagementEmployee RelationsRegulatory FrameworksData Protection

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationLeadershipAnalytical ThinkingOrganizational SkillsCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD)Active Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

Corporate GovernanceRegulated IndustriesEmployment MattersIntellectual PropertyFederal and State LawsEmployee BenefitsContractual RisksBackground CheckE-VerifyNondisclosure Agreements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a day-to-day legal advisor to Human Resources on employment and employee-related matters
Monitor federal and state employment laws and regulations and advise HR and leadership on impacts
Advise on employee relations matters, including performance management, investigations, accommodations, leaves, discipline, and terminations
Advise on 401(k) and employee benefits matters
Review, develop, and update employment policies, procedures, forms, and HR materials
Assist with corporate legal disputes and litigation involving intellectual property, alleged bad faith, employment matters, and other claims
Coordinate with outside counsel and internal partners on litigation strategy, discovery, reporting, and resolution
Manage subpoenas, information requests, and other legal requests
Coordinate legal holds with business and technology stakeholders
Manage the intellectual property portfolio and related matters, including trademarks and copyrights
Coordinate trademark filings, renewals, registrations, and enforcement
Advise on intellectual property considerations for products, branding, marketing, technology, and third-party content
Advise Marketing and Corporate Communications on advertising, marketing materials, external communications, website content, social media, and corporate collateral
Guide communications and marketing reviews regarding claims, disclosures, intellectual property, endorsements, and third-party content
Manage legal oversight of the corporate policy framework
Partner with policy owners on corporate policies and procedures
Monitor developments requiring policy changes and support policy governance
Review and advise on vendor, nondisclosure, service, and other commercial contracts
Advise business owners on contractual risks, obligations, indemnification, liability limits, confidentiality, data protection, and key provisions
Identify recurring contractual issues and improve standard terms, templates, and processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active bar membership and good standing required
Minimum of 5 years of legal experience, with significant focus on corporate law matters
Experience in a corporate legal department or law firm serving regulated industries
Experience in insurance or similar regulated industries preferred
Strong understanding of federal and state regulatory frameworks
Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and strong corporate governance
High ethical standards and integrity
Exceptional verbal and written communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
Proven ability to manage complex legal issues and provide strategic counsel
Experience with employment law
Demonstrated leadership abilities
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Successful completion of a background check
Authorization to work in the U.S. required, as verified through E-Verify

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary plus incentive plans for eligible team members
401(K) retirement plan with company match of up to 6% of eligible salary
Free basic life and AD&D insurance
Long-term disability and short-term disability insurance
Medical, dental and vision plans
Wellness incentives
Personal, holiday and volunteer paid time off
Flexible work schedules and hybrid/remote options for eligible positions
Educational assistance