Legal Associate

Primary Job Title: Legal Associate Alternate/Related Job Titles: Insurance Legal Counsel Compliance Associate – Insurance Legal Analyst – Annuities Regulatory Counsel Associate Product Filing Specialist – Insurance Location: Des Moines, IA Onsite Flexibility: Onsite Contract Details: Position Type: Contract Contract Duration: 3 months Start: As Soon As Possible Job Summary: The Legal Associate will join the Retail Insurance Legal team to support product contract development, regulatory submissions, and product implementation for annuity and insurance products. This role ensures all contracts and filings comply with applicable laws and regulatory standards while coordinating closely with business, actuarial, compliance, and operations partners. Key Responsibilities: Draft contract provisions for new retail annuity products by gathering and coordinating requirements from internal stakeholders. Develop project timelines and manage submission processes for product filings and state approvals. Analyze state insurance laws and Interstate Insurance Product Regulation Commission (IIPRC) standards for product development initiatives. Correspond and negotiate with state regulators, preparing and submitting responses to objections. Oversee product submissions in SERFF, streamlining the process to reduce approval time. Review, file, and obtain approval for consumer advertising and branding initiatives. Collaborate with marketing to ensure advertising aligns with product requirements and compliance standards. Maintain comprehensive records of regulated forms and ensure accurate usage across business units. Provide legal and regulatory support to internal operations and third-party administrators for in-force policy management. Maintain professional contact with state insurance departments and the IIPRC to stay current on compliance and product approval procedures. Required Experience: 7+ years in the annuity and/or life insurance industry, with at least 3 years in a legal, compliance, or product development function. Strong understanding of insurance products, sales practices, and regulatory frameworks. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Professional. Working knowledge of SERFF and life/annuity product regulations. Nice-to-Have Experience: Experience with annuity, 401(k) annuity, pension risk transfer, or funding agreement products. Legal or compliance experience with product development or state filings. Required Skills: Legal drafting and interpretation Regulatory compliance analysis SERFF filing management Preferred Skills: Negotiation and correspondence with regulators Cross-functional project coordination Technical writing and communication Additional Skills: Knowledge of state insurance regulations Risk and compliance governance Familiarity with insurance administration systems Benefits: Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans 401k Retirement Fund About the Client: Leading U.S. Retirement & Life Insurance Provider. Offering competitive products, expert risk management, and a commitment to client financial security. We're seeking talented individuals who share our values of diversity, inclusion, innovation, and critical thinking. Join our team and make a positive impact on our community. About GTT: GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity! Job Number: 25-27351 #LI-GTT #LI-Onsite