Haven Life is an insurtech innovator, backed and wholly owned by MassMutual that creatively uses technology to advance the life insurance industry and better serve the modern customer.

We combine the culture of a startup with the stability and backing of a Fortune 500 company to create an environment that's truly unique.

Our diverse team is comprised of smart, collaborative people who think big, execute quickly and don't take themselves too seriously. We're located in New York's Flatiron District and in case you're wondering, yes, we provide free snacks. Cold brew too.

If you're creative, professional and kind, we'd love to hear from you.

ABOUT THIS ROLE:

You will be joining a small, experienced legal and compliance team focused on moving at a rapid pace and providing innovative solutions in tandem with the growing business.

Your job will require you to work closely with your fellow team members, to help with a variety of tasks in the legal, compliance, information security, and state filing space. Some responsibilities include:

• Partnering with the business to ensure readiness on releases of new products and new features - including crystalizing scoping, testing, and communications
• Conducting discretionary reviews of the current business practices and identity any potential gaps based on state or company mandates
• Assisting with the development of state specific mandates including new, growing regulatory areas such as suitability or underwriting requirements
• Partnering with MassMutual audit and Regulatory Relations teams during and after audits/exams to identify and solve issues and create documentation to meet any required mitigations
• Drafting business communications and recommendations via JIRA or Confluence
• Establishing and testing information security and risk controls in preparation for internal and external audits
• Assisting with corporate governance matters

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Partner with compliance and business partners to identify and assess any gaps throughout the product development lifecycle - inclusive of application, underwriting, and post-issuance workflows.
• Lead readiness activities to ensure smooth transitions with both new products or product/customer/agent feature enhancements.
• Assist with suitability readiness - with a focus on life insurance and New York.
• Contribute to and oversee implementation of changes to internal procedures. Interacts with all levels, including leaders in the organization.
• Draft/review procedures, participate on project teams, conduct process reviews/audits, create and deliver educational materials, and consult on business questions. Partner with compliance and business owners to oversee and complete required updates.
• Collect, organize and prepare documentation to support information security policies and practices. Help investigate and respond to potential information security issues that may include client information or other confidential Company data.
• Assist with state filings, including: reviewing contract information, helping to organize documentation, and assist with implementation of newly approved materials.
• Assist with special assignments as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 8+ years relevant experience
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future

PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Working knowledge of and experience with privacy, information security, and insurance laws and regulations
• Experience using Lexis Nexis and other tools to research legal and regulatory issues

Who You Are

• Easygoing and friendly
• Organized and accountable for oversight of project implementation
• A self-starter who takes initiative and ownership of tasks
• Curious and engaged, not afraid to ask “why”

BENEFITS

We pay competitive base salaries and we reward performance. Our salary structure is commensurate with experience. In addition, you will be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits program including medical insurance and 401(K).

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MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.

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