Internal Job Title: Legal Assistant
Location: Houston, Texas | Onsite
Status: Full-Time, Salaried
Reports to: Assistant Vice President, Assistant General Counsel
Bring your contract expertise, attention to detail, and collaborative approach to an in-house legal team supporting Pension Risk Transfer transactions. In this role, you will help draft and manage contracts, coordinate regulatory filings and approvals, and work with internal teams, brokers, plan sponsors, and other external partners to move complex matters forward accurately and on time.
What You’ll Do
- Draft, review, proofread, and manage contracts and other legal documents
- Support Pension Risk Transfer transactions from contract development through regulatory filing, approval, and execution
- Coordinate with operations, filing teams, pricing partners, brokers, plan sponsors, and other stakeholders
- Research legal and regulatory issues involving ERISA, pension plans, annuities, and insurance
- Track deadlines, organize records, and ensure documentation is complete and accurate
- Communicate clearly and professionally with internal leaders and external partners
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree or a combination of relevant education, experience, and certifications
- One or more years of relevant experience with contracts, legal research, financial services, insurance products, or a related area
- Ability to understand contract structure and draft accurate contract language
- Strong written and verbal communication, organization, and time-management skills
- Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage competing deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint; experience with legal research databases is helpful
Preferred Experience
- Paralegal certification
- Experience with ERISA, employee benefits, pension plans, annuities, or Pension Risk Transfer transactions
- Legal assistant or contract-management experience in insurance or financial services
What Will Help You Succeed
You are detail-oriented, tactful, adaptable, and eager to learn. You build productive relationships, communicate confidently, and follow complex work through to completion while meeting firm deadlines.
Additional Information
Job titles may span multiple career levels. Base pay is determined by a variety of factors, including training, transferable skills, relevant experience, business needs, and market conditions. Compensation is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
This job posting outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage candidates to apply even if their experience does not perfectly align with every qualification- you may be a strong fit for this role or other opportunities at American National.
American National offers a comprehensive benefits package supporting employees’ health, financial security, and well‑being, including multiple medical plan options, dental and vision coverage, basic life insurance, and health savings accounts. Employees are automatically enrolled in a company‑funded 401(k) plan, receive paid time off and holidays, and work in an inclusive, people‑first culture that values flexibility, work‑life balance, professional growth, and a casual dress environment.
American National is a financially strong and stable insurance organization with a legacy of trust and impact dating back to 1905. We’re committed to supporting our employees as they build meaningful careers while helping protect what matters most to our customers and communities. Guided by our core values- Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Teamwork (FIRST)- we foster a collaborative, people‑centered workplace where individuals are encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a difference today and for the future. Learn more about our company, by following us on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram.
Hiring Practices
American National’s recruitment policies help us place individuals in a timely and efficient manner, and only the most qualified candidates will be contacted by our recruiting team. Candidates may check the status of their application by logging into their account.
While candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools for personal interview preparation, the use of AI or automated tools is not permitted during any live or recorded interview, assessment, or at any stage of the application process where original candidate responses are required. Candidates are expected to represent their own qualifications, skills, and experiences throughout the hiring process. American National does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third‑party recruitment agencies without a valid, signed agreement in place, and no fees will be paid for unauthorized submissions. Additionally, American National’s ability to sponsor employment‑based immigration authorization is limited and available only for certain positions based on business needs and role requirements.
American National is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected categories. American National is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
