Contracts & Risk Analyst (Architects, Engineers, Construction)

Come join our team!

There are many reasons why EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants has become one of the fastest-growing firms in the insurance industry. Fueled and driven by capable, committed people who share common beliefs and values and “bring it” every day, EPIC is always looking for people who have “the right stuff” – people who know what they want and aren’t afraid to make it happen.

Headquartered in New York City and founded in 2007, our company has over 4,000 employees nationwide. With locations spread out across the U.S., our local market knowledge and industry expertise helps support our clients' regional and global needs. We have grown very quickly since our founding, and we continue to see growth and success thanks to our hard-working and growth-minded employees. 

Our core values are: Owner mindset, Inspire trust, Think big, and Drive results. If these values and growth align with what you're looking for in your next career? Then consider joining our amazing team!

The Contracts and Risk Analyst role will support insurance brokers and client executives specializing in architecture, engineering, and construction contractor insurance, contracts, claims, and risk management.  This role will be focused primarily on contracts and claims management. As a member of our Risk Management Team, you will work alongside insurance industry veterans and experienced construction attorneys and paralegals in the delivery of industry-leading insurance and risk management services. Our clients design, construct, and litigate over some of the most interesting and complex construction projects in the world.

LOCATION: Hybrid to one of the following office locations - Alpharetta GA, Chicago IL, McLean VA, New York City, or St. Louis MO. Preference is for Alpharetta GA where the team is based. https://www.epicbrokers.com/about/locations/

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Required: At least 3+ years of experience performing contract administration, claims review, risk management, and/or legal services for architecture, engineering and/or construction industry.
• Preferred: Paralegal Certification and/or Juris Doctorate degree from ABA-approved program. Candidates with Juris Doctorate must be active member in good standing of at least one state bar.
• Insurance industry experience is nice to have but not required.
• Candidates with strong, professional communication skills - both written and verbal - to interact with all levels of the internal organization, as well as external clients.
• Strong time management skills and self-starter, someone who understands what needs to be done and proactively takes it on.
• High attention to detail and thoroughness.

This role will assist our design professional and construction clients with contractual risk management, claims administration, loss control, and training, and coordinate with our broker teams. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• →Review and analyze design, consulting, and construction contracts to identify contractual risk exposures and provide practical advice to clients and prospective clients regarding risks, insurability, and risk mitigation strategies.
• →Engage with clients and their in-house/outside counsel, clients’ customers, and other relevant stakeholders as necessary to negotiate and finalize contractual risk and insurance provisions.
• →Work with other attorneys and paralegals in the administration of contract analysis services.
• →Coordinate with broker teams regarding contractual insurance requirements, insurance policy interpretation, and various complex insurance and risk management issues.
• →Assist clients in the recognition and reporting of claims and circumstances across all coverage lines handled by Greyling.
• →Monitor client losses by interfacing with insurance carriers and prepare claim summaries.
• →Participate in client claims reviews, including management of claims notes and action items.
• →Coordinate with broker teams regarding claims during pre-renewal and renewal of clients’ insurance programs.
• →Demonstrate a willingness to learn about insurance for the architecture, engineering, and construction industry and the ability to apply that knowledge efficiently and effectively in serving our clients.
• →Be an active and contributing member of our Risk Management Team.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• →Required: Associate's Degree or higher. Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
• →Preferred: Paralegal Certification and/or Juris Doctorate degree from ABA-approved program. Candidates with Juris Doctorate must be active member in good standing of at least one state bar.
• →Required: At least 3+ years of experience performing contract administration, claims review, risk management, and/or legal services for architecture, engineering and/or construction industry.
• →Prior insurance industry experience is nice to have but not required.
• →May be required to obtain Property and Casualty agent/producer license(s) or other professional designations.
• →Obtain IRMI Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS) designation within one year of hire.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

• →Strong contract drafting, revising, and negotiation skills.
• →Ability to build relationships effectively with clients, insurers (underwriting, claims, and risk management), and peers; position requires teamwork, poise, tact, and diplomacy.
• →Ability to interact with underwriters, claims adjusters, coverage counsel, and/or monitoring counsel to positively impact the outcome of a claim.
• →Excellent time management, organizational, and multi-tasking skills, with attention to detail.
• →Desire and ability to work in fast-paced environment while managing multiple competing tasks and demands.
• →Ability to work both independently and in cross-functional teams.
• →Willingness to learn about insurance for architecture, engineering, and construction industry clients.
• →Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and public speaking skills.
• →Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• →Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations with sound judgment.
• →Our clients are located throughout the United States and this position may involve limited travel to client locations. 

COMPENSATION: 

Exempt: The base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $105,000. This range represents the employer’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this role at the time of posting.

Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, training, certifications, education, internal equity, and market data. This role may also be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

EPIC has over 60 offices and 4,000 employees nationwide – and we’re growing! It’s a great time to join the team and be a part of this growth. We offer:

• Generous Paid Time off
  • Managed PTO for salaried/exempt employees (personal time off without accruals or caps); 22 PTO days starting out for hourly/non-exempt employees; 12 company-observed paid holidays; 4 early-close days
• Generous leave time options: Paid parental leave, pregnancy disability and bonding leave, and organ donor/bone marrow donor leave
• Generous employee referral bonus program of $1,500 per hired referral
• Employee recognition programs for demonstrating EPIC’s values plus additional employee recognition awards and programs (and trips!)
• Employee Resource Groups: Women’s Coalition, EPIC Veterans Group
• Professional growth & development: Mentorship Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Leadership Development
• Unique benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft & Fraud Protection Coverage, Legal Planning, Family Planning, and Menopause & Midlife Support
• Additional benefits include (but are not limited to): 401(k) matching, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and wellness & employee assistance programs
• 50/50 Work Culture: EPIC fosters a 50/50 culture between producers and the rest of the business, supporting collaboration, teamwork, and an inclusive work environment. It takes both production and service to be EPIC!
• EPIC Gives Back – Some of our charitable efforts include Donation Connection, Employee Assistance Fund, and People First Foundation
• We’re in the top 10 of property/casualty agencies according to “Insurance Journal”

To learn more about EPIC, visit our Careers Page: https://www.epicbrokers.com/about/epic-careers/. 

EPIC embraces diversity in all its various forms—whether it be diversity of thought, background, race, religion, gender, skills or experience. We are committed to fostering a work community where every colleague feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard. It is our belief that diversity drives innovation and that creating an environment where every employee feels included and empowered, helps us to deliver the best outcome to our clients. 

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