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About the Role

We are seeking an Associate Counsel, Annuity & Life Insurance Product to provide legal leadership throughout the entire lifecycle of annuity and life insurance products. This role involves partnering with the Product Development & Implementation Team to advise on product design, regulatory compliance, and distribution strategy, playing a critical part in supporting new product launches and managing in-force business while identifying and mitigating legal risks.

Responsibilities

Provide legal guidance on the design and development of annuity and life insurance products
Review policy forms, administrative materials, product illustrations, and operational guidelines
Act as a core member of the Product Development & Implementation Team, ensuring legal alignment through product launches
Ensure products, marketing, and operations comply with insurance regulations (e.g., suitability, replacements, sales practices)
Identify legal risks across complex and ambiguous scenarios and develop practical mitigation strategies
Draft legal memoranda, documentation, and recommendations to support risk-informed decision-making
Partner with Distribution to support expansion across independent, bank, and broker-dealer channels
Draft and negotiate selling agreements and related distribution contracts
Provide ongoing legal support for channel-specific regulatory and operational considerations
Advise on legal and compliance matters related to in-force annuity and life insurance blocks
Support resolution of product-related legal issues as they arise across the business
Collaborate closely with Product, Actuarial, Compliance, and Operations teams to align legal guidance with business objectives
Partner with the Deputy General Counsel, General Counsel, and broader Legal & Compliance team on key initiatives and regulatory responses
Participate in business meetings to proactively identify legal considerations and support execution timelines

Requirements

Law degree (J.D. or equivalent) and bar admission required
Practice and knowledge of annuities and life insurance products
7+ years of relevant experience either with a law firm, insurance company, or other financial services institution
5+ years of progressive experience in annuities and life insurance products
Experience working closely with Distribution, Actuarial, Product Filing and Operational functions
A strategic end-to-end view in organizing and planning work or initiatives
Ability to deliver exceptional results and outcomes that involve managing or influencing others
Mastery of both written and oral communications with the goal to provide concise, clear messaging to persuade the audience, especially at the executive level

Skills

Insurance Product & Regulatory Expertise
Legal Risk Assessment & Mitigation
Product & Distribution Advisory
Executive Communication & Influence
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Strategic Execution & Judgment

Location

Austin, TX
New York, NY

Work Type

Remote
Hybrid

Experience Level

7+ years of relevant experience
5+ years of progressive experience in annuities and life insurance products

Education Level

Law degree (J.D. or equivalent)
Bar admission required

Salary/Compensations

$180K-$200K

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
HSA and 401(k) company match
Paid time off
Employer-paid life and disability insurance

About the Company

We’re a fast-growing, privately held insurance company on a path to become a leading U.S. retail platform.
We believe every client and customer relationship holds the potential to grow into something greater—and the same is true for our people.
As we grow, we’re redefining how great talent connects with meaningful work—enabling our ambitious strategy while building a culture of high performance, creativity, and partnership.
If you’re curious about how legal strategy shapes product development and distribution in the life insurance industry, then this role offers the opportunity to advise on high-impact initiatives while guiding business through complex regulatory and risk considerations.

Equal Opportunity

At Prosperity, we are committed to equal employment opportunity and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.
We make hiring decisions based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status.
We strive for a meaningful interview experience for all candidates.
If you need an adjustment or accommodation due to a disability or medical condition during the hiring process, please let your recruiter know.