Legal Counsel - Group Benefits

Alternate Locations: Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Hartford, CT (Connecticut); Omaha, NE (Nebraska); Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania)

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid : Employee will work 3 days a week in a Lincoln office

Relocation assistance: is not available for this opportunity.

Requisition #: 75300

The Role at a Glance

We’re excited to bring on a Legal Counsel - Group Benefits to support our Group Protection Business!

In this role you will provide legal advice and support relating to the sale and administration of Lincoln Financial's insured and self-insured products and services. You will also support the company’s Group Protection business in some or all of the following areas: agreement/contract drafting, review and negotiation; ERISA; information security and privacy.

What you'll be doing

• Advising business clients on key legal matters and complex issues related to the Group Protection business line to ensure compliance with company, legal, and regulatory requirements, taking into account company reputation and other risks that might impact the overall enterprise.
• Providing legal review, advice, drafting, and negotiation assistance for a range of business contracts, including customer master services agreements; administrative services agreements for Group Protection’s self-insured claim administration and absence management offerings; nondisclosure agreements; information security / data protection agreements; and contracts with other third parties, such as vendors and benefits technology providers, as needed; and coordinating and collaborating with other applicable company contract reviewers, stakeholders, and subject matter experts.
• Providing legal support across multiple areas of the Group Protection business impacted by the request for proposal process.
• Maintaining knowledge on current and emerging developments/trends, assessing the impact, and collaborating with senior management to incorporate new trends and developments in current and future solutions.
• Developing working knowledge of the laws and regulations impacting Group Protection’s business lines, including state insurance laws, applicable privacy laws, ERISA, HIPAA, and other laws relevant to Group Protection's products and services.
• Participating as a key contributor and advisor in cross-functional team environments; and interacting with business partners and stakeholders to understand current and prospective practices, considering appropriate legal, regulatory, reputation and risk standards, and recommending control enhancements
• Counseling business leaders and business clients as necessary on both the business and legal ramifications of business initiatives in areas of responsibility.
• Leading special projects and working with team to create and streamline processes and procedures as appropriate. Participating in Lincoln committees and special projects.

What we’re looking for

Must Have:

• 5-7+ Years of legal experience with a law firm and/or corporate legal department or equivalent experience that directly aligns with the specific responsibilities for this position. (Required)
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and member of a state bar in good standing. (Required) Experience with life insurance, disability insurance, employee benefits, and/or group insurance. Experience drafting and negotiating contracts.

Nice to have:

• Direct experience in one or more of the following areas: providing direction to insurance or financial services industry clients; advising business clients on ERISA, group insurance/employee benefits, privacy, and/or employment matters
• Advising and working directly with internal business clients and external customers; and negotiating with opposing counsel.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted through November 22, 2025, subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.

What’s it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.

What’s in it for you:

• Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes

• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

• PTO/parental leave

• Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program

• Tuition assistance program

• Work arrangements that work for you

• Effective productivity/technology tools and training

The pay range for this position is $93,300 - $169,700 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.

About The Company

Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services.

With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach.

Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice.

Lincoln is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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Additional Information

This position may be subject to Lincoln’s Political Contribution Policy. An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln’s current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.

Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted through our web site or to personal e-mail accounts of employees of Lincoln Financial are considered property of Lincoln Financial and are not subject to payment of agency fees.

Lincoln Financial ("Lincoln" or "the Company") is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability. Opportunities throughout Lincoln are available to employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling 260-455-2558.

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