AVP & Assistant General Counsel

Job Description:

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead - our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most.

It's a big ask, but it's one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate - pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it's the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it's a career with purpose. It's a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future - including your own.

We're actively seeking a talented AVP & Assistant General Counsel to join our Office of the General Counsel in Newport Beach, CA.

• This role is on-site with a hybrid work mode. You'll work at our state-of-the-art Newport Beach headquarters. We believe in empowering our employees to get work done both in and out of the office.

As an AVP & Assistant General Counsel, you'll move Pacific Life and your career forward by partnering with the investment team to analyze and structure fixed-income investment opportunities. You will join a team of legal professionals focused on investments within the Office of the General Counsel.

How you'll help move us forward:

• Analyze and advise Pacific Life Investments' private placement, project finance, and private debt teams regarding structure, covenant protections, and other investment terms to assist in the evaluation of potential and existing investments.

• Independently negotiate and draft a broad range of investment-related agreements.

• Partner with internal stakeholders including credit analysts and investment operations on all aspects of transaction execution.

• Provide general corporate and regulatory advice to support Pacific Life Investments' business and operations.

• Partner with the Treasury team on advising, negotiating, and drafting agreements and disclosure documents for finance and liquidity transactions including credit facilities, debt issuances, repos, commercial paper, securities lending, intercompany funding, banking matters, and provide legal advice on day-to-day Treasury needs.

• Collaborate with colleagues in Treasury and Legal functions located in Bermuda, Toronto, and London, and work with financial reporting, tax, and corporate secretarial teams in Newport Beach in support of Treasury projects.

• Monitor related legal, regulatory, and market developments.

• Direct outside counsel in investment and financing transactions and related matters.

• Build and maintain external industry relationships.

The experience you bring:

• License to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction.

• 8-10+ years of relevant experience at a law firm or financial services organization.

• Working knowledge of securities laws; knowledge of derivatives and insurance regulations related to investments is preferred.

• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance transactions.

What makes you stand out:

• Relevant experience in corporate finance transactions, such as private debt, private placements, or project finance.

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You can be who you are.

People come first here. We're committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. Learn more about our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives at What's life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife.

$230,000 - $260,000

Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company's good faith minimum and maximum for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and location. Most employees are also eligible for additional incentive pay.

Your Benefits Start Day 1

Your wellbeing is important, and we offer flexible benefits to meet your needs, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellbeing Reimbursement, paid time off, parental leave, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

EEO Statement:

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified individuals with disabilities or veterans may request accommodations by contacting HR.

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