Corebridge Litigation Counsel

Corebridge Litigation Counsel

Who we are

Corebridge Financial helps people make some of the most meaningful decisions they’re ever going to make. We help them plan and take action to protect the future they envision, and respond to some of life’s most difficult moments through the solutions and services we provide. We do this through our broad portfolio of life insurance, retirement and institutional products, offered through an extensive, multichannel distribution network. We provide solutions for a brighter future through our client centered service, breadth of product expertise, deep distribution relationships, and outstanding team of hardworking and passionate employees.

Get to know the business

Life and Retirement is a unique franchise that brings together a broad portfolio of life insurance, retirement and institutional products offered through an extensive, multichannel distribution network. It holds longstanding, leading market positions in many of the markets it serves in the U.S.

Corebridge Financial Global Legal, Compliance, Regulatory and Government Affairs department is comprised of attorneys and other professionals providing high quality advisory and transactional support with integrity and objectivity across all parts of the organization. The team ensures an operating environment that minimizes legal, regulatory and reputational risks and complies with all laws and regulations and Corebridge Financial policies & procedures. This is a global, diverse and award-winning team that has been recognized for its leadership and innovative solutions. You will also be able to participate in Corebridge Financial award-winning pro bono program.

About the role

Corebridge Financial is seeking an experienced Individual Retirement (annuities), Life Insurance and Institutional Markets litigation attorney.  This role reports to the Chief Litigation Counsel and will have responsibility for managing a diverse docket of litigation matters for the Company’s domestic life and retirement companies.  This attorney will advise business partners and stakeholders regarding litigation risks and opportunities in the oversight and management of litigation and other legal disputes, including matters arising out of annuities, life insurance and structured products. The Chief Legal Counsel is based in Houston, TX.  This position is based in Houston, TX and requires a commitment to travel regularly (up to 25%) and working in our offices at least two days a week.

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, tactical, and common-sense legal advice to business partners and various types of stakeholders and functional partners, up and down the leadership chain and across the organization. 
• Apprise relevant legal, functional, and business leaders on key, strategic developments across Individual Retirement, Life & Institutional Markets matters.
• Assist in managing various internal and external reporting obligations, including financial, as may occur monthly, quarterly, annually and on an ad-hoc basis.
• Utilize and help design data analytics reports to educate, inform, and advise legal and business leaders about the Individual Retirement and Life Litigation Docket, its management, outcomes, costs, savings, and income performance.

What you need to know

• Experience in the financial/investment services industry is a plus.
• Flexible, diligent, creative, and independent team player who can accommodate shifting priorities and is committed to the overall success of the Litigation Team.
• Team member that leads with integrity and will support and contribute to Corebridge’s commitment to fostering a diverse, welcoming, inclusive and equitable work place.
• Excellent organizational skills and detailed oriented.
• Superior written and verbal communication and analytical skills enabling timely, proactive, and practical identification and communication of legal issues and risks.
• Excellent ability to interact with a wide range of stakeholders, from senior executives to technologists, to identify issues, problem-solve and recommend solutions.
• A positive, energetic and team-oriented approach to working with colleagues & clients. 
• Juris Doctor; U.S. state bar admission; minimum of 7+ years of legal experience with a law firm and/or as in-house counsel.
• Preferred candidates will have worked at a large law firm or at a large financial services company in a litigation role.
• Experience in the financial/retirement services industry is a plus.

What our employees like most about working for Corebridge Financial Life & Retirement

• We care about your professional development. Our career progression program will provide you with the opportunity to develop your skills, strengthen your pro