Associate Counsel, Risk & Compliance

Associate Counsel, Risk & Compliance Columbus Blue Jackets - 3.7 Columbus, OH Job Details Estimated: $132K - $186K a year 13 hours ago Qualifications Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Workers' compensation law Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Law Mid-level 3 years Litigation Risk management SharePoint Intellectual property law Law office Computer skills Full Job Description Summary This role will provide a wide range of legal support to the Columbus Blue Jackets and Nationwide Arena, including overseeing all aspects of risk management, managing insurance programs through renewals and claims administration, providing support for litigation and disputes, and implementing and monitoring compliance with policies and procedures. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Evaluate and identify areas of risk exposure and assess levels of insurance coverage; provide recommendations regarding risk management and insurance programs; coordinate annual insurance renewal. Manage and administer claims related to premise liability incidents, employment, workers compensation, and other disputes; provide support or otherwise manage litigation matters. Review provisions in a wide variety of contracts, as well as liability waivers, regarding risk exposure and insurance, and provide recommendations for appropriate level of insurance coverage, limits of liability, indemnity, etc.; ensure compliance and recordkeeping of certificates of insurance and waivers. Oversee intellectual property portfolio, coordinating timely renewals and registrations, and engage in appropriate enforcement actions as necessary. Develop, implement, and manage systems to ensure compliance with internal and external policies, procedures, and governance, including NHL rules and requirements. Perform necessary administrative tasks including complying with filing guidelines and instructions, document retention and destruction, scheduling meetings, expense reporting, scanning/copying, etc. Education and/or Experience Law degree from an accredited university; barred (or eligible to be) in the State of Ohio; 3-7+ years as a practicing attorney with preference for those with experience at a law firm and experience in risk management, insurance, compliance, litigation or other related legal industries. Competencies Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work flows and procedures. Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively. Project Management - Develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget; manages project team activities. Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods. Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results. Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and PowerPoint. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.