Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as part of our 2022 Legal and Compliance Internship Program!

About the Internship

The Legal & Compliance Internship is designed to provide exposure and experience to many facets of the legal and compliance processes within Symetra Financial and Symetra Investment Management. This internship program will help prepare the intern for a future career in a legal or compliance position involving the insurance or financial sectors by providing practical on-the-job experience, mentoring relationships, and professional networking opportunities. You will be part of the team’s daily operations and will have the opportunity to work across the department on a variety of projects.

The successful candidate will be a quick and curious learner who enjoys conducting research, preparing written analyses, and appreciates the importance of details. This internship position will be fully remote for the summer of 2022; the intern does not need to be located near a Symetra office.

Positions and Potential Responsibilities

• Intern Position #1 – Focus on Symetra Investment Management Legal needs (law school students only)
• Intern Position #2 - Focus on Symetra Investment Management Compliance needs
• Intern Position #3 – Focus on Symetra Financial Legal and Compliance needs

Compliance Project Examples:

• Work with the Compliance team in support of daily operations that may include but not limited to the drafting or editing of policies and procedures, compiling analysis for regulatory filings, providing assistance with policy and procedure testing, drafting or editing committee presentations, and or aggregating data needed for other compliance related functions.
• Assist on other Compliance based projects that assist the CCO in demonstrating that the compliance controls are functioning as designed to ensure the firm is adhering to its requirements under federal securities law.

Legal Project Examples:

• Work closely with the business teams and gain experience in providing transactional support to various asset classes, including funds, public and private debt, derivatives and commercial mortgage loans
• Review and summary of deal documentation, monitoring and updating regulatory and business trackers and attending and participating in cross-departmental meetings.

What we offer you

We don’t take a “one-size-fits-all” approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better—both at work and at home

• Fully remote internship - we ship you the equipment you need to enjoy work from the comfort of home
• Wellness program offering employees a variety of resources crafted to assist you in reaching and maintaining your optimum health
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan
• Paid time away accrual

Your education, experience and skills

• Current enrollment in law school
• Non-law school graduate program experience or enrollment in an undergraduate program will also be considered with demonstrated interest in legal or compliance topics (depending on the position)
• Critical attention to detail, must be able to prioritize, organize, and plan effectively
• Self-motivated with the abilities to multitask, problem-solve, and meet deadlines
• Ability to act independently as the primary owner of projects, analyses, and processes while working cross-functionally within the immediate work group
• Strong organizational, analytical, and writing skills
• Effectively convey pertinent information
• Accept and adapt readily to changes, including changes in organizational structure, strategies, business processes, and procedures, etc.
• Follow through on problems to ensure full resolution

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

We empower inclusion

At Symetra, we embrace and celebrate diverse experiences, identities and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and creates a stronger, more innovative company. Learn more here.

In a complex industry, we strive for clarity.

Symetra is a dynamic and growing financial services company with 60 years of experience and customers nationwide. In our daily work delivering retirement, employee benefits, and life insurance products, we're guided by the principles of VALUE, TRANSPARENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY. That means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and honestly so people understand what they're getting, and we build products that stand the test of time. We work hard and do what's right for our customers, communities and employees. Join our team and share in our success as we work toward becoming the next national player in our industry.

For more information about our careers visit www.symetra.com/careers.

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