Description:
Position Overview:The Assistant General Counsel for Contracts and Risk Management ensures thorough review of all contracts in which the University is a party and effective risk management for the University by collaborating with key risk stakeholders. The primary function of this position is reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts with a focus on risks associated with the transaction, insurance requirements and indemnification provisions, as applicable. Additionally, this role requires thorough identification, analyzing, monitoring, and managing University risks including assisting departments in defining and overseeing the implementation of risk solutions. Candidate should be able to demonstrate significant experience in contract drafting and review with a minimum of 5 years of legal experience and demonstrated experience in risk management and mitigation measures. This position reports to the General Counsel.
- Review contracts (drafting when necessary) for all University clients with focus on risks presented, insurance and indemnification provisions.
- Manage claims and loss control activities, relationships with third party service providers (brokers, insurers), prepare loss analysis, identify exposures, recommend solutions, implement approved programs, promote loss prevention, update and monitor compliance with insurance procedures.
- Develop and coordinate all claims related activities.
- Ensure proper and efficient handling of claims, including management of worker's compensation claims.
- With assistance from the insurance broker, manage the purchase of insurance University-wide annually.
- Develop, oversee and support crisis management plans, including training.
- Assist the Office of General Counsel relating to other legal matters, as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and current license to practice law in the state of Indiana
- A minimum of 5 years in contract law and demonstrated risk management experience
- Self-starter, highly motivated, efficient
- Attention to detail
- Builds strong relationships
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to organize, prepare, and maintain detailed records and reports
- Excellent organizational skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience working in higher education