Katya Kuznetsova
About Katya Kuznetsova
Katya Kuznetsova is the Lead Counsel for Worksite Benefits at MassMutual, with over 15 years of experience in legal and compliance roles.
Current Position at MassMutual
Katya Kuznetsova is the Lead Counsel, Worksite Benefits at MassMutual, a role she currently holds in Massachusetts, United States. At MassMutual, she focuses on shaping legal strategies and compliance frameworks aimed at enhancing worksite benefits for clients. Her role involves providing legal support, navigating regulatory complexities, and ensuring that the company's products and services comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Previous Role at WEX
From 2020 to 2022, Katya Kuznetsova served as Compliance Legal Counsel & Manager at WEX, located in the Portland, Maine Metropolitan Area. In this role, she managed legal compliance processes and provided strategic legal advice to support the company's operations. Her responsibilities included overseeing compliance initiatives, conducting legal risk assessments, and ensuring adherence to industry standards.
Long Tenure at Unum
Katya Kuznetsova held multiple positions at Unum from 2003 to 2020, demonstrating significant growth and consistent performance within the company. Starting as a Contract Attorney / Legal Intern, she advanced to Associate Counsel / Assistant Counsel, Broker Compensation, Disclosure and Reporting. Later, she served as AVP and Senior Counsel, where she provided strategic legal guidance and managed complex legal matters over a span of seven years in the Portland, Maine region.
Educational Background
Katya Kuznetsova holds a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from the University of Maine School of Law. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Southern Maine. Her educational background laid a strong foundation for her expertise in legal and compliance roles within leading organizations.
Professional Experience and Achievements
With over 15 years of experience in legal and compliance roles, Katya Kuznetsova has worked within multibillion-dollar organizations, driving productivity and efficiency. Known for her innovative leadership, she specializes in transforming complex legal challenges into viable solutions. As a strategist, Katya provides legal support and compliance services, catalyzing sustainable changes and achieving mutually beneficial outcomes for all stakeholders.