Description
Our client, a fast-growing global leader in the insurance industry, is seeking a Senior Paralegal to join their legal team. As part of a rapidly growing company, focused on building world-class operations and corporate culture, support the Compliance and Legal department in regulatory, compliance, and operational matters. Responsible for coordinating numerous learning management systems, databases, and tracking systems. This opportunity is available in Iselin, NJ, or the New York City office.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the Head of Compliance/Deputy General Counsel on company regulatory, compliance, and operational matters
- Manage Projects with external vendors and HR to configure and track employee training on compliance learning programs
- Responsible for Regulatory Tracker and related matter management system - uploading matters, key documents, and managing the docketing system
- Research, track, and draft regulatory responses and oversee audits and inquiries
- Research and develop regulatory compliance checklists and workflows for licensing, surplus lines, fee agreements, and other compliance matters
- Develop Report templates and track KPIs regarding regulatory incidents
- Direct liaison to business units for general legal support and regulatory advice
- Development and maintenance of record retention program and associated training
- Perform necessary research for legal matters and initiatives
- Coordinate with external legal counsel as required
- Other administrative support functions and occasional travel as necessary
Qualifications:
- 1-4 years experience as an Attorney or Senior Paralegal
- Regulatory/Insurance Experience is a must
- Prior experience providing in-house legal support is preferred
- Paralegal certification or equivalent experience is required
- Possess a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) in addition to IronClad, RegEd, or LRN/Catalyst
- Compliance Learning & Development Programs
- DocuSign
- CMS and Record Retention Database configuration a plus
- Must be able to work well with others and build effective team relationships
- Working knowledge of contracts, transactional, and general corporate and business areas
- Must have good research skills and excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Paralegal Undergraduate Program preferred
- Must be local to NJ or NYC office
Salary Range: $120,000 - $140,000 based on experience with great benefits.
Gainor provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
