Deputy Chief Legal Counsel

The Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance, Office of the Montana State Auditor, is seeking a Deputy Chief Legal Counsel to help lead the Legal Division. The Deputy Chief Legal Counsel will serve as lead counsel for special projects and key litigation matters, participate in the supervision and management of CSI's Legal Division, and assist with recruiting and hiring members of the legal team.

What You Will Do

Key responsibilities of this position include serving as lead counsel for special projects and key litigation matters, participating in the supervision and management of CSI's Legal Division, managing and supervising other attorneys and paralegals, and performing a variety of other legal and managerial duties in support of the CSI's mission and program objectives.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position offers meaningful, purpose-driven work, a positive culture, and a beautiful work environment in Helena, Montana. The Deputy Chief Legal Counsel will have the opportunity to work on complex civil or criminal matters, participate in developing office-wide policies and strategies, and provide testimony before the Montana Legislature as necessary.

Requirements

• A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Membership in good standing in the State Bar of Montana, or the ability to become a member by an agreed-upon date.
• Ten years of experience with progressively more difficult legal work.
• Experience as lead counsel at trial in complex civil or criminal matters.
• Three or more years of relevant managerial experience, preferably in the public sector.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family starting on your first day of employment.
• Generous maternity and parental leave.
• Up to 38+ paid days off a year, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Choice between two retirement plans with an employer contribution between 8.73% - 9.07% of your annual salary.
• A third optional 457(b) deferred compensation plan is also available.
• Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.