AVP & Senior Counsel - Sun Life US

Sun Life U.S. is one of the largest providers of employee and government benefits, helping approximately 50 million Americans access the care and coverage they need. Through employers, industry partners and government programs, Sun Life U.S. offers a portfolio of benefits and services, including dental, vision, disability, absence management, life, supplemental health, medical stop-loss insurance, and healthcare navigation. We have more than 6,400 employees and associates in our partner dental practices and operate nationwide.

Visit our website to discover how Sun Life is making life brighter for our customers, partners and communities.

Sun Life embraces a hybrid work model that balances in-office collaboration with the flexibility of virtual work. Our team members and leaders are expected to foster connection and teamwork by being present in the office at least 2 days per week.

The Opportunity:

Sun Life is seeking an AVP & senior attorney for its U.S. operations with extensive experience in group benefits, product development, regulatory matters, commercial contracts, and reinsurance. This role supports our Employee Benefits and FullscopeRMS businesses, advising on group disability, supplemental health, life insurance, and related products. The role also provides guidance on state product filings for employee benefits, including dental, vision, and stop loss.

How you will contribute:

• Advise business teams on multi-state regulations and risk management for all relevant products and services

• Draft and review contracts, including administrative, vendor, and reinsurance agreements

• Provide clear, practical legal advice to business leaders across Sales, Implementation, Client Services, Marketing, Product, Underwriting, and Claims

• Collaborate with colleagues across Sun Life's legal team on privacy, IT security, litigation, procurement, and government relations issues

• Stay informed about business initiatives and proactively offer legal guidance

• Keep current with industry trends and educate colleagues as needed

What you will bring with you:

• At least 10 years of legal experience, preferably in-house with a group benefits carrier, agency, law firm, or consulting firm; licensed in at least one U.S. state

• Deep expertise in group disability, supplemental health, life insurance, and related services

• Excellent contract negotiation and drafting skills, with proficiency in digital tools

• Ability to build trust and solve critical issues at all levels of the organization

• Skilled at simplifying complex legal concepts and providing actionable advice

• Collaborative team player who can work independently and communicate effectively with management

• Self-starter with strong business acumen, able to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively

• Proactive learner who adapts to a dynamic legal and business environment

Salary Range: $183,800 - $294,100

At our company, we are committed to pay transparency and equity. The salary range for this role is competitive nationwide, and we strive to ensure that compensation is fair and equitable. Your actual base salary will be determined based on your unique skills, qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location. In addition to your base salary, this position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award based on your individual performance as well as the overall performance of the business. We are dedicated to creating a work environment where everyone is rewarded for their contributions.

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We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel they belong, are supported and empowered to thrive. We are dedicated to building teams with varied experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and ideas that benefit our colleagues, clients, and the communities where we operate. We encourage applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life

At Sun Life, we prioritize your well-being with comprehensive benefits, including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, medical coverage, company paid life and AD&D insurance, disability programs and a partially paid sabbatical program. Plan for your future with our 401(k) employer match, stock purchase options and an employer-funded retirement account. Enjoy a flexible, inclusive and collaborative work environment that supports career growth. We're proud to be recognized in our communities as a top employer. Proudly Great Place to Work Certified in Canada and the U.S., we've also been recognized as a "Top 10" employer by the Boston Globe's "Top Places to Work" for two years in a row. Visit our website to learn more about our benefits and recognition within our communities.

We will make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please email thebrightside@sunlife.comto request an accommodation.

For applicants residing in California, please read our employee California Privacy Policy and Notice.

We do not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment.

Sun Life will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including applicable fair chance ordinances.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.