What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Attorney position at SFBLI?
Job Opportunity: Staff Attorney at Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company (1-5 years of experience preferred)
Company Overview: Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company is a leading provider of life insurance and financial services products. We are committed to serving our policyholders and communities with integrity and excellence. As a Staff Attorney, you’ll be an integral part of our Legal team, contributing to the success of our organization.
Location: Jackson, MS
Role and Responsibilities: The Staff Attorney is an attorney with 1-5 years of experience at the beginning of a legal career. The entry level Staff Attorney provides legal research and interpretation for members of the Legal Department on legal related issues and matters that may involve Investments, Agency, Claims, Policy Service, Underwriting, general corporate matters, and all other areas of the Company as needed.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assist on matters that are subject to litigation
- Assist on evaluating and summarizing claims, policy service and administrative matters
- Provide assistance on matters to more senior attorneys on legal issues and handle special assignments and projects
- Assist in assembling discovery requests and in preparing appropriate responses.
- Prepare drafts of legal documents for review and finalizing
- Perform legal research and evaluation of legal issues for all areas of the Company as needed
- Assist on responding to various questions and concerns from the field force
- Assist in evaluating and responding to underwriting issues and concerns
- Assist on various legal aspects of real estate transactions, including those that involve bankruptcies, foreclosures and lawsuits when filed
- Assist with issues involved in mortgage loan closings, servicing, workouts, defaults and other servicing problems
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree, preferably business or accounting related
- Juris Doctorate degree
- Membership in The Mississippi Bar, within 6 months after starting date
- Strong analytical skills
- The ability to function effectively in the workplace as exhibited through one's integrity, courage to act and communication skills
- The ability to work with others effectively as exhibited through one's respect for people and commitment to teamwork
- The ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations as exhibited through one's accountability for results, commitment to service and initiative
- The ability to perform the essential functions of the job as exhibited through one's growth in job knowledge and professional development
Employee Benefits: We value our employees’ well-being and offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Health Insurance:
- Comprehensive coverage for employees and their families.
- Access to an onsite clinic, preventive care, and prescription drugs.
- Mental health coverage and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Active Lifestyle Rewards Program:
- Incentives for maintaining an active lifestyle.
- Rewards for participating in fitness challenges and wellness activities.
- Weight Management Programs:
- Customized weight management plans.
- Support for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
- Employee Engagement:
- Opportunities to connect with colleagues.
- Fun teambuilding activities.
- Annual events for employees and their families
- Company Picnic, Thanksgiving lunch, Christmas Reception.
- Family Fun Night
- Onsite Cafe:
- Convenient access to nutritious meals.
- Promoting healthy eating habits.
- Learning & Development:
- Continuous learning opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement for further education.
- Mentorship Programs:
- Pairing employees with mentors.
- Professional growth and guidance.
- Promotional Opportunities:
- Advancement within the company.
- Career growth prospects.
- Life Insurance and Company-Funded Pension:
- Financial security for employees and beneficiaries.
- Retirement planning.
- Volunteer Days:
- Paid time off for volunteering.
- Contributing to the community.
