Legal Analyst

WoodmenLife is looking for a Legal Analyst to join our team!

We are currently searching for a Legal Analyst to join our Sales Operations team. The Legal Analyst will support in-house counsel with handling of fraud referrals, privacy incidents, case investigations, legal research, complaint and dispute resolution, regulatory compliance, and other matters as needed within designated timeframes. With attorney supervision, the Legal Analyst will also assist other departments with legal document review and general legal questions, draft basic correspondence and documents, and act as a liaison between in-house counsel and other associates, customers, and select third parties, including external legal counsel and law enforcement.

This is a hybrid position requiring in-office work.

WoodmenLife is one of the best places to work in Omaha with over 130 years of service. As a member of the WoodmenLife family, you’re joining others who share your commitment to family, community and country. Through WoodmenLife, you’ll have opportunities to give back locally and honor those who make an impact. As a not-for-profit life insurance company, we’ve been helping to protect the financial future of families, making a difference in hometowns across America since 1890. We offer a variety of benefits ranging from health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance and much more. Apply today to learn more!

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist in the administration and operation of WoodmenLife’s antifraud, compliance, privacy, and internal dispute resolution programs; work on related projects and Company initiatives
• Under the supervision of an attorney, support the timely resolution of complaints, disputes, and select litigation/arbitration, to include collection and organization of corporate and other records, preparation of exhibits, drafting correspondence and select legal documents, and conducting calendaring/docket management
• Support the antifraud official on case investigations, research, maintenance of investigative files, and the preparation and filing of required fraud reports and related program documents
• Assist as requested on compliance, regulatory, and general projects, including performing research and analysis of issues involving state and/or federal laws, regulations and case law
• Intake, review and/or respond to general inquiries on a wide variety of issues from home office and sales associates, customers, regulatory agencies, law enforcement, and external legal counsel
• Review routine legal documents including powers of attorney, guardianship, estate, and divorce documentation submitted in relation to insurance transactions and provide guidance as appropriate
• Prepare and maintain 50 state surveys on various industry topics such as revocation of former spouse as beneficiary, authority of attorney-in-fact to change beneficiary, interest payable on death claims, lapse notifications, and similar
• Respond to subpoenas and third-party requests for documents

Essential Job Skills:

• Undergraduate degree and/or comparable work experience. Associates or bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies from an ABA approved program is a plus but not required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to manage conflict and respond professionally in all situations.
• Excellent reasoning, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. Ability to weigh different courses of action and recommend solutions that contribute to WoodmenLife’s overall customer service and corporate goals.
• Excellent interpersonal and listening skills; ability to build relationships with internal and/or external customers to ensure expectations are met or exceeded.
• Knowledge/familiarity with business and insurance principles and terminology, contracts, and business law.
• Time management, planning, and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple project assignments, work under pressure and meet established deadlines and in an environment with changing priorities.
• Passionate about providing an exemplary customer experience.
• Proficient in using the Internet as a powerful research and resource; ability to effectively use Microsoft Office and Windows; and ability to develop report formats and extract pertinent information appropriately using Microsoft Office applications.
• If no prior insurance experience, willingness to take LOMA 280/281, 290/291 and 311 courses.
• Knowledge of WoodmenLife’s processes/products as well as general policies and practices is preferred.

WoodmenLife offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits package. More information about our benefits can be found at https://www.woodmenlife.org/careers/home-office/benefits/.

As part of WoodmenLife’s employment process, candidates will be required to complete a criminal background check, credit check (where required for position), Fingerprint check (where required for position), drug screen and reference checks. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully passing the above.
WoodmenLife is committed to excellence in diversity by creating an inclusive work environment that values and respects all individuals. We welcome and embrace associates, regardless of background and beliefs. WoodmenLife respects every associate’s unique perspective and contribution. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that values differences, and creates opportunities for growth, leadership and service. This commitment includes providing equal opportunity in recruitment, employment and promotion, training and community outreach. WoodmenLife is also dedicated to strengthening the communities in which its employees live.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION IF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE NEEDED.

Woodmen of the World Life Insurance Society (WoodmenLife) is an equal opportunity employer.