Litigation Project Manager Jobs in Columbia, SC (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 180916
Agency: Department of Insurance
Opening Date: 08/14/2026
Closing Date: 8/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: Yes
Class Code:: AE40
Position Number:: 60025946
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: GEN13
Hiring Range - Min.: $95,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $115,000.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: A RESUME WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED NOR REVIEWED TO DETERMINE IF AN APPLICANT HAS MET THE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION. If you meet the requirements of the position and would like to be considered, you must submit a state application online. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. The quality of the application presented (completeness and accuracy as well as grammar and spelling) will be considered prior to the offer of an interview. An offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 on the state closing date.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
THIS POSITION HAS BEEN REPOSTED. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY AS ALL QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED.
Mission Statement:
The mission of the State of South Carolina Department of Insurance is to protect the insurance consumers, the public interest, and the insurance marketplace by ensuring the solvency of insurers; by enforcing and implementing the insurance laws of the State; and by regulating the insurance industry in an efficient, courteous, responsive, fair, and equitable manner. For more information about working at the SC Department of Insurance, please visit Department of Insurance, SC - Official Website | Official Website
This position is located in the Office of Legal, Legislative and Regulatory Affairs.
Under the general supervision of the Deputy Director and General Counsel, this position is responsible for providing effective legal representation to the South Carolina Department of Insurance. This position functions as Associate General Counsel and provides legal advice to assigned units with the Department. This position provides legal advice and representation for all financial regulatory matters, insurance company receiverships as well as cyber security breach response as needed, health insurance, company licensing, regulatory hearings (subrogation) and other matters assigned by the General Counsel or the Director.
Attorneys are required to follow the rules of professional conduct and Department policies. Each attorney is trained on the responsibilities of the position and provided training, checklists and other procedures and guidelines.
Job Duties:
1. Serves as primary counsel and provides advice, counsel and representation to the Financial Solvency and Regulation Division of the South Carolina Department of Insurance on regulatory issues affecting the licensure, merger and acquisition, affiliated party transactions of insurers transacting insurance business in the state of South Carolina.
2. Provides legal advice, counsel and representation (as needed) on troubled company issues including administrative supervision, conservatorship and receiverships involving domiciliary insurers and alternative risk management companies (e.g., captives or risk retention groups).
3. Provides advice, counsel and representation to other areas of the Department as assigned by the General Counsel including Actuarial Services and advises business teams on regulatory compliance with insurance laws as needed including issues about whether something is insurance.
4. Provides advice and counsel on matters involving breach notifications and insurer compliance with the Insurance Data Security Act.
5. Assists with the representation of the Market Regulation Unit as needed and serves as back up on administrative disciplinary actions and employment matters as assigned.
6. Advises the Director in administrative proceedings conducted by the Department in accordance with the APA, ALC rules and other applicable laws.
7. Performs other related duties as required
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Successful candidate must
1) be licensed as an attorney and admitted to the South Carolina Bar;
2) have a minimum of 5-10 years of experience in litigation and/or enforcement;
3) have an understanding of the financial services industry and insurance;
4) possess excellent written and verbal communication, drafting and negotiation , and organizational skills.
The attorney must be able to manage multiple projects effectively.
Candidate should also be initiative-taking and able to complete projects working independently as well as in team settings.
Attorney must have a strong understanding of civil procedures, litigation experience and experience in conducting depositions.
Preferred Qualifications
THIS POSITION HAS BEEN REPOSTED. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY AS ALL QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED.
Litigation experience or legal experience as a prosecutor or attorney litigating cases before South Carolina circuit courts or the South Carolina Administrative Law Court is preferred
Additional Comments
THIS POSITION HAS BEEN REPOSTED. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY AS ALL QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of legal principles, practices, and proceedings; state and federal laws, rules, and regulations; and agency administrative rules and regulations.
Skill in legal research, writing, and analysis; in the use of a computer and applicable software (e.g., Microsoft Suite, Westlaw, Adobe Acrobat); in using reasoning and logic; in identifying and solving complex problems; in prioritizing workloads; and in using judgment to identify courses of action.
Ability to conduct hearings, to prepare opinions and briefs, to prepare cases for trial, to conduct research, to summarize findings, to interpret and apply laws, to use legal
reference materials, to communicate effectively, and to provide guidance to others.
Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information
Educational Credentials:
Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be required to submit a sealed, certified copy of the transcript(s) prior to beginning employment. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript will result in any conditional offer of employment being rescinded.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
It is the policy of the South Carolina Department of Insurance to provide equal employment opportunities to all job applicants and employees without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including, but not limited to, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and lactation), disability or age.
Veteran Preference Statement:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
The Department of Insurance offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan (pension plan option) and Deferred Compensation Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
  • Free counseling sessions for employees and household members
  • Free legal counseling
  • Free financial counseling
• Flexible Work Schedules
  • Compressed work weeks
  • Part-time telecommuting
  • Flex-time
  • Contingent upon completion of required probationary period
• Free Gym Access
• Growth Opportunities
  • Certifications/designation program allowing for salary increases and bonuses
• Infants at Work Program
  • Employees eligible to bring their newborn/infant to the workplace
• Free Parking

Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.