Senior Legal Analyst - Annuities and Variable Products (Hybrid)

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Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Research and apply existing federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as they relate to insurance and annuities products registered with the SEC and become a trusted subject matter expert on these topics.

• Work with internal Legal, Compliance, and Operations staff to support existing registered products, and fixed annuities, including consultation on policy interpretation, claims issues, escalated complaints, and complex operational matters.

• Assist the Product Registration team and internal counsel in maintaining and appropriately updating required disclosures for existing products, including review of annual prospectus filings and other SEC filings as needed.

• Serve as a trusted resource for business areas on matters relating to new product development and the registration of new, initial SEC registration statements.

• Assist in resolving SEC staff comments and addressing outside counsel concerns relating to new products, product enhancements, and disclosure changes.

• Stay informed about new and prospective changes in applicable law, including through participation in industry groups and through internal and external educational opportunities.

• Communicate relevant changes in law to business areas and provide practical guidance to support effective implementation.

• Manage and maintain documentation for Fund Participation Agreements and related legal contracts and amendments.

• Work with internal Legal and Compliance staff to manage responses to market conduct and regulatory examinations.

• Perform varied and complex legal and administrative tasks.

• Lead or assist special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field or equivalent experience.

• 10 years’ experience with products registered with the SEC under the Investment Company Act of 1940 and/or the Securities Act of 1933.

• Knowledge of financial services and annuity products.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

• Research and analysis skills to determine solutions for business needs.

• Decision-making and problem-solving skills.

• Organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

• Proficiency using MS Office tools, legal research tools, and the SEC’s EDGAR website.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with a variety of investment products or insurance products, specifically variable annuity products and securities-regulated financial products.

• Paralegal and/or legal analyst experience.

• Proficiency using legal research platforms such as Lexis, Westlaw, or similar tools.

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid office environment: 3 days in office (Tues/Wed/Thurs)

• Locations: Denver, Cedar Rapids, Baltimore, Philadelphia

Compensation:

• The Salary for this position generally ranges between $94,000 - $114,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

• Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion. 

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This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation in order to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

Disclaimer:
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• We will never request personal information such as ID or payment for equipment upfront.

• Official offers are sent via DocuSign following a verbal offer—not through text or email.

What We Offer  

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. 

Compensation Benefits 

• Competitive Pay 

• Bonus for Eligible Employees 

Benefits Package 

• Pension Plan 

• 401k Match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Disability Insurance

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Employee Discounts

• Career Training & Development Opportunities

Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits 

• Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.

• Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).

• Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars 

• Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Back-Up Care Program

• PTO for Volunteer Hours

• Employee Matching Gifts Program

• Employee Resource Groups

• Inclusion and Diversity Programs

• Employee Recognition Program

• Referral Bonus Programs

Inclusion & Diversity  

We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women. 

To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all. 

Giving Back  

We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.     

Transamerica’s Parent Company  

Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has  grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.* It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.   

* As of December 31, 2023