Risk Counsel
Core
Leads identification, assessment, and communication of complex legal and contractual risks to safeguard organizational interests and enable informed decision-making.
Role type
Senior in-house legal counsel (risk management)
Builds
Risk mitigation strategies, insurance/surety programs, and contractual risk transfer solutions
Domain
Construction industry + Legal/Risk Management
Required skills
Legal risk assessment, contract review and negotiation, risk mitigation strategy, policy implementation, stakeholder collaboration, team leadership
Preferred skills
Law firm and in-house counsel experience, construction contracting knowledge
Technologies
Legal databases, contract management systems
Responsibilities
Monitor and manage significant risks aligned with organizational strategy; Advise leadership on risk impact and mitigation plans; Lead resolution of standard and complex risk issues; Implement risk management policies and training programs; Manage and develop other Risk Counsel and Subcontract Managers; Collaborate to embed risk practices into business processes; Review contracts and advise on rights, obligations, and risks
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC