General Counsel, Investments

At Genworth, we empower families to navigate the aging journey with confidence. We are compassionate, experienced allies for those navigating care with guidance, products, and services that meet families where they are. Further, we are the spouses, children, siblings, friends, and neighbors of those that need care—and we bring those experiences with us to work in serving our millions of policyholders each day. We apply that same compassion and empathy as we work with each other and our local communities. Genworth values all perspectives, characteristics, and experiences so that employees can bring their full, authentic selves to work to help each other and our company succeed. We celebrate our diversity and understand that being intentional about inclusion is the only way to create a sense of belonging for all associates. We also invest in the vitality of our local communities through grants from the Genworth Foundation, event sponsorships, and employee volunteerism.Our four values guide our strategy, our decisions, and our interactions:Make it human. We care about the people that make up our customers, colleagues, and communities.Make it about others. We do what's best for our customers and collaborate to drive progress. Make it happen. We work with intention toward a common purpose and forge ways forward together. Make it better. We create fulfilling purpose-driven careers by learning from the world and each other.    POSITION TITLEGeneral Counsel, InvestmentsPOSITION LOCATIONStamford, CTYOUR ROLEAs an Investments team member, you’ll play a key role in the innovative investment strategies that enable our company and our financial products to serve our customers and their families when they need us most – now and in the future. Reporting directly to the Chief Investment Officer, with an additional line into the HQ General Counsel, the Investments General Counsel will provide legal, compliance, and governance expertise, advice, risk mitigation and leadership to Genworth's Investments organization.Serve as a core member of the Investments leadership team, partnering closely with functional leaders, asset class heads and senior stakeholders including the CFO and Operations leadership to drive strategic priorities and executionBe responsible for and manage the Investments Legal and Compliance teamsSignificant interaction with the HQ General Counsel and HQ legal team and other company business segmentsWhat you will be doingProvide legal and internal governance advice and guidance to the Chief Investment Officer and the Investments leadership teamCollaborate with Chief Investment Officer and Investments leadership team on Investments annual goals, new and continuing strategic matters and issues that arise in the ordinary courseManage the Investments legal and compliance team, including personnel development, expense management and prudent allocation of legal resources, including use and oversight of external counselAdvise on corporate governance matters at the corporate and subsidiary board and Investment Committee levels, ensuring compliance with governance policies and proceduresMonitor regulatory developments at the NAIC and state legislative and regulatory levels, guide colleagues on laws and regulations related to investment-related activities and represent the organization in regulatory and industry forums to ensure alignment and compliance with legal and compliance standards relating to investmentsAssist with identification and coordination of legal initiatives and strategies at Genworth enterprise-level to ensure consistency and appropriate legal risk mitigationEnsure coordination of Investments litigation and legal liability risk assessment including management of external legal counsel with Genworth’s litigation expertsReview, draft, and negotiate investment-related contracts, including investment management agreements, limited partnership agreements, derivatives contracts and financing arrangementsCoordinate with and be an active participant in Genworth legal and compliance leadership team and keep Genworth’s General Counsel apprised of legal and compliance issues relating to InvestmentsWhat you bringJD from an accredited law school and member in good standing of at least one state bar10+ years of investments, insurance, and/or transactional legal experienceDemonstrated experience developing and supporting teams providing legal advice and compliance supportExperience leading a team, managing people, and processes to efficiently accomplish objectivesStrong prioritization, organizational and interpersonal skillsExcellent oral and written communication, negotiation, project management, and change management skillsDemonstrated flexibility and ability to perform in a rapidly changing, fast-paced environmentProven ability to execute against established goalsSound judgment with ability to work as both a team member and leaderAbility to interface with multiple constituenciesAbility to focus on details while maintaining attention on strategic prioritiesNice to haveExperience in nationally recognized corporate law practiceDemonstrated experience with implementing artificial intelligence in law practiceGovernment relations experienceEmployee Benefits & Well-BeingGenworth employees make a difference in people’s lives every day. We’re committed to making a difference in our employees’ lives.Competitive Compensation & Total Rewards IncentivesComprehensive Healthcare CoverageMultiple 401(k) Savings Plan OptionsAuto Enrollment in Employer-Directed Retirement Account Feature (100% employer-funded!)Generous Paid Time Off – Including 12 Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off and Paid Family LeaveDisability, Life, and Long Term Care InsuranceTuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment and Training & Certification SupportWellness support including gym membership reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program resources (work/life support, financial & legal management)Caregiver and Mental Health Support ServicesADDITIONAL At this time, Genworth will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.For the State of New York:The base salary pay range for this role starts at a minimum rate of $211,700 up to the maximum of $403,100.  In addition to your base salary, you will also be eligible to participate in an incentive plan. The incentive plan is based on performance and the target earning opportunity is 40% of your base compensation.  The final determination on base pay for this position will be based on multiple factors at the time of this job posting including but not limited to geographic location, experience, and qualifications to ensure pay equity within the organization.

Created: 2026-02-08