Corporate Counsel - Northern Colorado

Join Our Team as Corporate Counsel!

We are seeking a Corporate Counsel to join our team. This role provides strategic legal guidance to a regional insurance brokerage with a national client base. The position is responsible for ensuring the company maintains regulatory and legal compliance posture while advising internal stakeholders on contractual matters, human resource issues, operational risk assessments, and policy interpretation. Externally, the Corporate Counsel will offer authoritative guidance on contractual risk transfer, conduct client training, and provide strategic support on high-value or disputed insurance claims.

This role requires close collaboration with senior leadership, risk advisors, account managers, claims professionals, and carrier partners and regularly participates in client meetings and new business presentations. Strong analytical thinking, negotiation, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are highly beneficial, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate complex legal concepts clearly to diverse audiences.

What You’ll Do

In-House Legal & Regulatory Compliance:

Provide strategic legal counsel to ensure compliance with cybersecurity, licensing, marketing, privacy, and corporate governance requirements. In addition, work collaboratively with leadership to develop effective policies and procedures in these areas. Review and negotiate commercial agreements, stay current on regulatory and legal developments, and advise leadership on risk mitigation and compliance strategies.

HR Compliance & Counsel:

Offer expert guidance on employment laws and HR policies to ensure the company’s workforce practices consistently comply with both state and federal regulations. Advise on employment-related agreements and proactively monitor legal developments that impact human resources operations, supporting leadership in identifying and mitigating HR-related risks.

Risk Advisory Services (Client-Facing)

Review client contracts—including construction, vendor, and professional services agreements—to identify insurance requirements, indemnification, and risk transfer needs, then recommend industry-appropriate insurance language. Collaborate with account teams to deliver client training on contractual risk transfer and emerging exposures, while developing service plans that align risk strategies, loss analysis, and operational improvement initiatives.

Claims Advocacy:

Serve as a strategic resource by advising internal teams and clients on contract language, regulatory matters, coverage interpretation, and risk transfer issues. Collaborate closely with risk advisors and account managers to ensure seamless, high-quality service experience for both colleagues and clients.

What You Bring

• Education and Work Experience: Law degree (J.D.), bachelor’s degree in business, insurance, writing, or English program is a plus.
  • License or Certification Requirements:
    • Requires a valid Colorado driver’s license and an acceptable MVR.
• Legal & Regulatory Expertise: Ability to interpret and apply laws and regulations to ensure compliance and mitigate organizational risk.
• HR Compliance Leadership: Strong knowledge of employment law and HR policies to guide workforce compliance and support strategic people initiatives.
• Strategic Communication: Exceptional ability to convey complex legal and compliance concepts clearly to executives, teams, and clients.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive Culture: Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• Flexible Work Options: Upon completion of training enjoy a customizable schedule that can include up to two days remote, alternating 5-day & 4.5-day work weeks, and flexibility in start and end times.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, healthcare options, retirement plans, and more.
  • Salary Range - Starting pay for this exempt position is $110,000 - $150,000 annually. Pay may exceed this range for well-qualified candidates, commensurate with experience. In addition to regular pay, this position is eligible to participate in our annual performance incentive program. Bonuses may be available for client and employee referrals and for successful completion of approved industry designations.
  • Benefits - At Flood and Peterson all full time employees are eligible for benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and paid Volunteer Time Off. Full time employees are also eligible to participate in our excellent 401k program, which includes both safe harbor and discretionary matching. We also offer several other voluntary insurance programs including expanded Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness/Event, and legal services.
• Flood and Peterson Values: At Flood and Peterson, we are dedicated to our Employees, Clients, Communities, and Strategic Partners. Our values guide everything we do:
  • Integrity – We uphold the highest standards, acting with honesty, trust, and the courage to do what's right.
  • Gratitude – We show kindness and respect, appreciating each other, our clients, and our community.
  • Knowledge – We lead through learning, sharing insights, and embracing diverse experiences to educate and grow together.
  • Commitment – We take responsibility, prioritize teamwork, and dedicate ourselves to fulfilling the Flood and Peterson promise.
  • Impact – We strive for meaningful results, aiming to build a lasting legacy through positive influence and service.