Regulatory Counsel

National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC)

Regulatory Counsel advising the NAIC, a nonprofit supporting state insurance regulators and protecting insurance consumers. Guiding insurance product reviews, Compact rulemaking, and regulatory compliance.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeRemote • Kansas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $123,599 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in insurance regulatory compliance, legal analysis, and guidance, with a strong focus on the Compact, Bylaws, and Uniform Standards. Proficient in legal research and communication, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Juris Doctor (JD)Active State Bar Membership5-10 Years Legal ExperienceInsurance Product ComplianceLegal Research Tools (Westlaw, Lexis/Nexis)

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Hard Skills

Legal AnalysisRegulatory ComplianceProduct Review OperationsRulemakingAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal AbilitiesProblem-Solving SkillsDiscretion and ConfidentialityAbility to Manage Priorities

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WindowsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft ExcelSharePoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD)Active Membership in State Bar

Industry Keywords

Insurance Regulatory MattersCompact LawUniform StandardsOperating ProceduresState Insurance Departments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide expert legal advice, analysis, and guidance on insurance regulatory matters, especially compliance and interpretation of the Compact, Bylaws, Uniform Standards, Operating Procedures, and organizational requirements
Collaborate with executive leadership on legal questions arising from product review operations, rulemaking, and member and committee support activities
Research and analyze product content requirements to support development of new or amended Uniform Standards
Research and analyze administrative requirements to support development of new and amended rules, Operating Procedures, and processes
Provide legal guidance on Compact rulemaking requirements and activities
Provide legal and technical expertise to product operations supporting review of insurance products within the Compact and Uniform Standards
Serve as legal point of contact for state insurance departments, the Management Committee, and advisory committees regarding Compact law, principles, and Uniform Standards
Track, research, and analyze impacts of state and federal legislative and regulatory changes on Compact Uniform Standards, Operating Procedures, and processes
Address questions and concerns from Commissioners, regulators, legislators, company and industry representatives, consumers, and the NAIC team in a timely manner

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar
5 to 10 years of legal or regulatory experience in the insurance or other financial sector
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
High level of discretion and confidentiality
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience with insurance product compliance and/or familiarity with interstate compacts preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Word, Outlook, Excel, and SharePoint
Experience with legal research tools such as Westlaw, Lexis/Nexis, and NILS
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Regular out-of-state, overnight travel required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Regular, out-of-state, overnight travel in support of member meetings and events throughout the year
Equal Opportunity Employer