Associate Corporate Attorney

Recognized as a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace for 14 consecutive years, including three years of being honored as number one! Join us at West Bend, where we believe that our associates are our greatest asset. We hire talented individuals who are conscientious, dedicated, customer focused, and able to build lasting relationships. We create and maintain an environment where you feel a sense of belonging and appreciation. Your diversity of thought, experience, and knowledge are valued. We’re committed to fostering a welcoming culture, offering you opportunities for meaningful work and professional growth. More than a workplace, we celebrate our successes and take pride in serving our communities.

Provides guidance and support to the organization on a variety of legal issues, with an emphasis on legal matters other than the handling or supervising of claims litigation.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule. Candidates who are located within 50 miles of a West Bend office location will work a hybrid schedule for collaboration days, team meetings or other in-person events. 

If you enjoy being a trusted advisor, tackling diverse legal challenges, and collaborating with teams across an organization, this role offers the perfect blend of influence, impact, and growth.

As a key member of our corporate legal team, you will:

• Provide guidance on a wide range of legal matters outside of claims litigation
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, NDAs, and various business agreements
• Conduct legal and regulatory research and analyze relevant laws and regulations
• Support insurance regulatory work, including filings, compliance reviews, and state expansion activities
• Advise business partners across the company and ensure internal groups receive the support they need
• Build and maintain strong internal and external working relationships
• Identify and evaluate emerging risks, contributing to smart, practical solutions
• Collaborate with fellow attorneys and support the claims legal operation when needed
• Take on additional projects as assigned in a supportive, team-oriented environment

We’re looking for someone who combines legal expertise with strong business judgment and collaboration skills:

• After achieving law degree, 0-3 years of experience in contract law, corporate compliance, regulatory work, and various other legal services
• Self-starter who is motivated to learn new skills and topics
• Ability to handle multiple priorities
• Writing and research skills
• Business understanding and judgment
• Ability to demonstrate patience
• Ability to analyze problems or issues and propose solutions

Education & Credentials

• Law degree from an accredited law school
• Member of the State Bar where practicing

You’ll join a collaborative, mission-driven legal team that values thoughtful counsel, continuous learning, and strong partnerships across the business. Your work will have a meaningful impact on our growth, compliance strategy, and operational success.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a place where your voice matters and your work makes a difference, we’d love to meet you.

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The salary range for this position is $85,000-$120,000.   

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.  Compensation decisions are made by West Bend and are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.  

West Bend offers a comprehensive benefit plan including but not limited to:   

• Medical & Prescription Insurance  

• Health Savings Account  

• Dental Insurance  

• Vision Insurance  

• Short and Long Term Disability  

• Flexible Spending Accounts  

• Life and Accidental Death & Disability   

• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance  

• Employee Assistance Program  

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match  

• Pet Insurance  

• Paid Time Off. Standard first year PTO is 17 days, pro-rated based on month of hire. Enhanced PTO may be available for experienced candidates 

• Bonus eligible based on performance  

• West Bend will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for Colorado employees, in accordance with its plans and policies.

West Bend provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and promotion.