Southwest Value Partners
Corporate Legal Counsel - Risk Management
Southwest Value Partners, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
Corporate Legal Counsel - Risk Management
Southwest Value Partners is seeking a talented Corporate Counsel - Risk Management to join its Legal Team. Under the guidance of the General Counsel, this role assists the company’s risk management and litigation functions across corporate, asset, management and construction-related operations. The position plays a critical role in ensuring contract compliance, supporting claim management and renewals, supporting loss prevention efforts, and mitigating litigation risk, while working closely with brokers, outside counsel, and internal stakeholders. The environment is fast-paced and dynamic, and the Corporate Counsel - Risk Management needs to work well both independently and in a group setting. The position reports to the General Counsel. Responsibilities
Support the procurement of insurance policies across corporate, asset, and development portfolios, including underwriting, renewing, and auditing policies in coordination with brokers and insurance counsel. Support the claims management processes, including incident tracking, adjuster coordination, and quarterly claims review meetings, while managing outside claims advocacy counsel. Manage contract compliance audits related to loans, leases, and other agreements, and process requests for Certificates of Insurance (COIs). Support management of vendor certificate compliance, including the review and approval of waiver requests. Direct litigation management efforts focused on budget control, records retention, reporting, settlement negotiation, and readiness for audits and employment-related claims. Provide guidance on corporate structuring and employment matters to minimize litigation risk and ensure compliance. Lead negotiation efforts related to insurance, indemnity, vendor agreements, GMPs, and construction-related contracts. Vendor and construction contract review and negotiation. Provide legal guidance on securities law matters, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance. In connection with outside counsel, advise on federal securities laws, including the Securities Act of 1933 and the Exchange Act of 1934. Conduct legal research and risk assessments related to compliance. Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Risk Management and Insurance, Finance, Law or related field required. Master’s or JD preferred. Risk Manager certification (e.g., CRM, ARM) a plus. 5–10 years of experience in risk management, insurance, or related legal/compliance roles, ideally within the real estate, construction, or asset management sectors. Strong knowledge of complex insurance structures, including OCIP and construction programs, high-deductible and large-retention plans, across a broad range of operational and enterprise risk exposures. Experience with litigation management and legal processes, including settlement negotiations, budget oversight, and reporting for audits and internal stakeholders. Proficient with MS Office; expertise in Excel. Strong skills in insurance budgeting, and deductible tracking. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively engage with cross-functional teams and external partners. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, while working under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information. Capable of working independently with minimal direction. Skilled at building strong relationships with a diverse group of individuals internally and externally. Compensation
Salary $175k-$275k DOE plus bonus Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8-5, plus additional hours as necessary Travel
Travel required Benefits and Eligibility
Generous medical, dental, and vision insurance available first of the month following hire date, includes FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care; Disability Insurance; Life Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; 401k Matching; Employee Discount Programs; Vacation and Sick Time; 11 paid holidays. Equal Opportunity
Southwest Value Partners is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and equal employment opportunity for all employees, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, family or parental status, military service, or any other status protected by law.
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Southwest Value Partners is seeking a talented Corporate Counsel - Risk Management to join its Legal Team. Under the guidance of the General Counsel, this role assists the company’s risk management and litigation functions across corporate, asset, management and construction-related operations. The position plays a critical role in ensuring contract compliance, supporting claim management and renewals, supporting loss prevention efforts, and mitigating litigation risk, while working closely with brokers, outside counsel, and internal stakeholders. The environment is fast-paced and dynamic, and the Corporate Counsel - Risk Management needs to work well both independently and in a group setting. The position reports to the General Counsel. Responsibilities
Support the procurement of insurance policies across corporate, asset, and development portfolios, including underwriting, renewing, and auditing policies in coordination with brokers and insurance counsel. Support the claims management processes, including incident tracking, adjuster coordination, and quarterly claims review meetings, while managing outside claims advocacy counsel. Manage contract compliance audits related to loans, leases, and other agreements, and process requests for Certificates of Insurance (COIs). Support management of vendor certificate compliance, including the review and approval of waiver requests. Direct litigation management efforts focused on budget control, records retention, reporting, settlement negotiation, and readiness for audits and employment-related claims. Provide guidance on corporate structuring and employment matters to minimize litigation risk and ensure compliance. Lead negotiation efforts related to insurance, indemnity, vendor agreements, GMPs, and construction-related contracts. Vendor and construction contract review and negotiation. Provide legal guidance on securities law matters, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance. In connection with outside counsel, advise on federal securities laws, including the Securities Act of 1933 and the Exchange Act of 1934. Conduct legal research and risk assessments related to compliance. Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Risk Management and Insurance, Finance, Law or related field required. Master’s or JD preferred. Risk Manager certification (e.g., CRM, ARM) a plus. 5–10 years of experience in risk management, insurance, or related legal/compliance roles, ideally within the real estate, construction, or asset management sectors. Strong knowledge of complex insurance structures, including OCIP and construction programs, high-deductible and large-retention plans, across a broad range of operational and enterprise risk exposures. Experience with litigation management and legal processes, including settlement negotiations, budget oversight, and reporting for audits and internal stakeholders. Proficient with MS Office; expertise in Excel. Strong skills in insurance budgeting, and deductible tracking. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively engage with cross-functional teams and external partners. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, while working under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information. Capable of working independently with minimal direction. Skilled at building strong relationships with a diverse group of individuals internally and externally. Compensation
Salary $175k-$275k DOE plus bonus Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8-5, plus additional hours as necessary Travel
Travel required Benefits and Eligibility
Generous medical, dental, and vision insurance available first of the month following hire date, includes FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care; Disability Insurance; Life Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; 401k Matching; Employee Discount Programs; Vacation and Sick Time; 11 paid holidays. Equal Opportunity
Southwest Value Partners is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and equal employment opportunity for all employees, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, family or parental status, military service, or any other status protected by law.
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