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 170 years?

Harris Beach Murtha’s Information Governance and Risk Management team is in search of a Compliance and Risk Specialist. You will THRIVE in 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 bachelor’s degree in business, Risk Management, Accounting, Finance or closely related major (preferred)
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills
• Sound judgment, a sense of accountability for working independently and proactively, and determination to work efficiently with competing project deadlines

The Compliance and Risk Specialist is responsible for the administration of the firm’s 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 Crime
• Manage and advise on the renewal process for all lines of insurance coverage working with brokers to structure comprehensive and competitively priced insurance programs
• Coordinate 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 issues
• Oversee production and management of certificates of insurance
• Handle the administration of client contracts in accordance with company policies, procedures and legal requirements
• Participate in the advancement of the Contract Management System
• Manage, document and interpret contract information in the firm’s central repository
• Manage the development and distribution of contract information to attorneys and administrators to assist in contract maintenance and renewals
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation related to the management of contracts
• Participate in the Incident Response Team and notify insurer of incident if necessary
• Audit all invoices for accuracy and timely payment
• Assist with Risk Management special projects

Harris 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 environment

• Demonstrate consistent logic, rationale, and objectivity in decision making
• Believe in the firm’s core values: collaboration, inclusion, ingenuity, respect, integrity, and commitment

• Enjoy working with diverse personalities within various levels of the firm
• Are comfortable working in the office on a hybrid schedule

Harris 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 [email protected] to inquire about potential collaboration for this position. 

Salary 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-Onsite

Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse, NY: $65,000 - $75,000 annually

Harris Beach Murtha offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports both professional and personal well-being. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurances; health savings and flexible spending account options; life and disability insurances; retirement plan including 401(k) and profit sharing; paid leave programs; employee assistance resources; commuter and parking benefits where applicable; and professional development opportunities. Eligibility for benefits is subject to applicable plan terms and firm policies.

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Harris 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.