Paralegal

JOB SUMMARY

The Paralegal will play a key role in the administration of the insurance portfolio. Including annual insurance, recommendations for optimal coverage, cost terms, budgeting & forecasting, litigation assistance, and claim settlement assistance for all the organization’s assets and business units.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the administration and placement of the organizations company’s multi-line corporate insurance portfolio (Property, General liability, Cyber, Auto, Workers Comp, Truck Fleet, Environmental, AD&D, D&O, Fiduciary, Marine, Cargo & Storage, Charters Liability, Umbrella layers, etc)
• Liaise with the Insurance Broker to prepare and deliver all annual renewal applications and information
• Maintain ongoing contact with the Insurance Broker and Insurance companies and various internal business partners regarding insurance needs, insurance certificates, managing claims and litigation, and ensuring all invoices are paid
• Review and recommend edits to vendor and client contracts with respect to insurance liability and coverage clauses
• Prepare annual insurance budgets, maintain monthly forecasts, and provide variance analysis to senior management
• Prepare reports and analysis for Senior Management as needed
• Provide support, manuals and training to business teams interacting with the insurance programs
• Lead and organize claim submissions and participate in projects, as required
• Assist legal department with general contract reviews

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Minimum of five years’ experience in the insurance industry or providing paralegal support within an insurance law practice
• Strong knowledge of insurance principles, policies, and regulations, with the ability to interpret and apply insurance concepts
• Track record of managing insurance programs for large organizations, preferably in a multinational or corporate setting
• Well-developed communication, presentation, and influencing skills to effectively collaborate across all levels within and outside the organization
• Ability to think critically and recommend ideas for improvement of existing policies and practices, optimize coverage and cost
• Pragmatic approach to problem-solving and analytical review with superior attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding time management and organizational capabilities with the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment, dealing with competing priorities and deadlines
• Proactive, action-oriented with a high degree of initiative

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE

• Career Growth: Build specialized expertise within the legal team, gaining exposure to senior leadership and high-level projects.
• Work-life Balance: Enjoy a stable role with structured responsibilities and the flexibility to manage priorities effectively.
• Recognition and Impact: Your analysis and recommendations directly influence strategic decisions and protect the organizations most valuable assets.
• Autonomy: You’ll have the autonomy to manage your work independently
• Culture: Global in reach, personal in approach — you’ll never feel like just a number here.

WORK EXPERIENCE – MINIMUM REQUIRED

CERTIFICATIONS DESCRIPTION

• College diploma, certificate, or degree from an LSO-accredited paralegal program and pass LSO’s paralegal licensing exam & meet “good character”; or
• Successful completion of an accredited ILCO Law Clerk program.