Compliance and Risk Specialist

Location: Albany Buffalo Rochester and Syracuse NY (hybrid remote opportunity)Are you a dynamic self-starter Do you have a strong willingness to learn Are you excited about the opportunity to join an innovative growing law firm that has been successful for more than 165 yearsHarris Beach Murthas Information Governance and Risk Management team is in search of a Compliance and Risk Specialist. You willTHRIVEin this role if you have:3 years of experience in risk management insurance law firm or closely related experience (required) 2 years of Project Management experience (preferred)A bachelors degree in business Risk Management Accounting Finance or closely related major (preferred)High proficiency with Microsoft Office productsExcellent organizational time-management and problem-solving skillsSound judgment a sense of accountability for working independently and proactively and determination to work efficiently with competing project deadlinesThe Compliance and Risk Specialist is responsible for the administration of the firms business insurance central contract database and the management of department policies and procedures. Do you have the DRIVE and DESIRE to:Administer all business insurance for Harris Beach Murtha including 3 ancillary businesses. Business insurance includes; General liability Auto Umbrella Cyber Employment Practices Liability Management Liability Personal Group Umbrella Professional Liability and CrimeManage and advise on the renewal process for all lines of insurance coverage working with brokers to structure comprehensive and competitively priced insurance programsCoordinate efforts in conjunction with the executive leadership team and Risk Management Committee to manage insurance renewals including limits retention levels rates and premiums and develop insurance renewal strategies and identify and place appropriate business insurance products Recommend solutions to risk-related issuesOversee production and management of certificates of insuranceHandle the administration of client contracts in accordance with company policies procedures and legal requirementsParticipate in the advancement of the Contract Management SystemManage document and interpret contract information in the firms central repositoryManage the development and distribution of contract information to attorneys and administrators to assist in contract maintenance and renewalsCreate and maintain comprehensive documentation related to the management of contracts Participate in the Incident Response Team and notify insurer of incident if necessaryAudit all invoices for accuracy and timely paymentAssist with Risk Management special projectsHarris Beach Murtha recognizes everyone has a right to be included. You will be successful in your career at the firm if you:Exhibit the ability to manage multiple projects independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environmentDemonstrate consistent logic rationale and objectivity in decision makingBelieve in the firms core values: collaboration inclusion ingenuity respect integrity and commitmentEnjoy working with diverse personalities within various levels of the firmAre comfortable working in the office on a hybrid scheduleHarris Beach Murtha is not accepting candidate submissions from recruiting agencies for this position during the first two weeks after posting. Following this period agencies with an active fee agreement with the firm may reach out to our internal recruitment team at inquire about potential collaboration for this information will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position geographic locations and weekly hours schedule. The anticipated weekly schedule for the Compliance and Risk Specialist is 40 hours per week.#LI-OnsiteAlbany Buffalo Rochester and Syracuse NY: $65000 - $75000 annually#LI-HybridHarris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.