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MGA Counsel – P&C Insurance Programs [Hybrid – NYC]

Insurance Programs & Regulatory Counsel – P&C Insurance [Hybrid]

We are representing a leading Property & Casualty insurance services company and MGA seeking a mid-level legal professional to support MGA/program business and regulatory initiatives, reporting to senior legal leadership. This role sits within a lean in-house legal team and will play a key role in supporting program, compliance, and operational legal needs across the business.

This position is well suited for a candidate with hands-on experience in P&C insurance programs, strong regulatory instincts, and the ability to operate independently on research-heavy matters.

Role & Responsibilities:

MGA / Program & Distribution Support

  • Drafting and negotiating program administrator, carrier, and distribution agreements
  • Supporting MGA/MGU structures, authority grants, and underwriting frameworks
  • Advising on commission structures, profit-sharing, and termination provisions

Regulatory, Licensing & Compliance

  • Conducting 50-state research on insurance regulatory requirements
  • Advising on producer, adjuster, MGA, and TPA licensing and compliance
  • Supporting filings, approvals, and ongoing compliance across jurisdictions

Research & Legal Operations Support

  • Leading complex, multi-jurisdictional research projects with minimal oversight
  • Translating regulatory requirements into practical business guidance
  • Supporting internal stakeholders across underwriting, compliance, and operations

Strategic Business Advisory

  • Partnering with business teams to ensure programs remain compliant and scalable
  • Providing clear, actionable legal guidance in a fast-moving environment

Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable):

  • Juris Doctor & Bar Admission (U.S.)
  • 3-5+ years of experience within the P&C insurance industry (in-house or law firm)
  • Direct experience with insurance programs, MGA/agency agreements, and/or regulatory compliance
  • Working knowledge of insurance licensing frameworks (producer, adjuster, MGA, TPA)
  • Strong legal research and analytical capabilities
  • ** Due diligence or M&A exposure is a plus

Preferred Background:

  • Prior experience supporting MGA or program business (carrier, MGA, or agency side)
  • Comfortable operating in a lean legal environment with limited support resources

Job Specifications:

  • Salary: $225-250k base + bonus + benefits
  • Work Mode: Hybrid [4 days in office, 1 day remote]
  • Location: NYC Office