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Frontdoor, Inc. · 1 day ago

Associate Counsel

United States

Full-time

Remote

Entry, Mid Level

$140K/yr - $150K/yr

2+ years exp

Frontdoor, Inc. is redefining home maintenance and repair services. They are seeking an Associate Counsel to support the Product & Regulatory team by providing legal advice on regulatory, compliance, and contractual issues as the company expands its home warranty business.

Insurance

Responsibilities

Providing high quality and timely legal advice and counsel to legal and business team members on a variety of regulatory, consumer protection, compliance and other issues and matters related to the continued growth and expansion of our new home builder warranty business and related offerings

Assisting with responses to regulatory inquiries and investigations, BBB and consumer complaints and other contested matters, including responding to discovery requests, and assisting with document reviews and productions

Reviewing contractual frameworks, agreements, policies and processes associated with our home warranty and new home builder warranty business for purposes of regulatory compliance and other applicable interaction with federal, state and local requirements applicable to new home construction and state insurance laws, as well as home warranties

Willingness to support as needed a range of legal projects beyond regulatory focus areas, including commercial and consumer litigation, contracts, marketing, employment, corporate governance, M&A and legal operations in support of the company’s strategic priorities and legal objectives

Ensuring compliance with legal requirements and company policies generally applicable to the company business

Working with business teams to create legally compliant approaches that meet the business objectives of new ventures

Actively participating in a collaborative manner in cross-functional business teams to identify, evaluate and resolve complex business issues and risks

Willingness to handle other projects and matters as may be assigned from time to time

Working with outside counsel on various legal matters as appropriate

Qualification

Regulatory complianceContract negotiationLitigation experienceInsurance industry experienceConstruction industry experienceTech-savvyAttention to detailProblem-solving skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsTeam playerCustomer focus

Required

2-4 years of experience, ideally with some experience in the insurance or construction industry, but candidates with general litigation, regulatory, commercial law, or contract negotiation experience will also be considered

Excellent attention to detail

Demonstrated ability to handle and analyze difficult issues in a professional, constructive and proactive manner

Must be tech-savvy and possess a strong willingness to learn

Customer focus and 'can do' attitude

Strong issue identification and problem-solving skills

A good sense of humor and willingness to laugh

Ability to multi-task with a sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines within a changing, fast-paced environment

Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills

Good standing in an applicable state bar