Contract Risk Advisor

Marsh McLennan•St. Louis, MO

1d•$61,000 - $129,900•Remote

About The Position

Marsh is seeking a Contract Risk Advisor to provide expert guidance on contract review, risk identification, and the negotiation of terms that protect client interests while supporting business objectives. In this role, you will collaborate closely with brokers, placement teams, legal partners, and clients to assess contractual exposures, recommend practical solutions, and help drive efficient deal execution. You will fit seamlessly with the team by bringing strong commercial judgment, clear communication, and a proactive, partnership-oriented approach that strengthens our ability to deliver consistent, high-quality advice.

Requirements

College degree or equivalent work experience
3-5 years of insurance, financial services, or related industry experience (claims management, client management, contract review or processing, commercial lines underwriting, policy placement, Surplus Lines)
P&C license or the ability to obtain a P&C license within 60 days of hire
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Excellent organization skills ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
Skilled at navigating complex and difficult scenarios and providing guidance
Ability to work autonomously and make sound business decisions
Talent for research and the ability to communicate findings to stakeholders
Clear and concise oral and written communication skills
Outstanding interpersonal skills ability to work within a team and with colleagues at all levels

Nice To Haves

Paralegal or legal experience or certification and/or Insurance Professional Designations
Artificial Intelligence knowledge and experience applying on the job.

Responsibilities

Review the insurance section of proposed contracts for designated Marsh clients and advise insureds before they finalize agreements.
Act as initial reviewer for contracts sent by clients and client teams
Determine which lines of coverage are involved in the contract
Compare contract requirements against policy or policies
Determine if the insured has proper coverage, limits of liability, and verification of legal compliance with the Client’s Insurance Program
In some instances, the request is forwarded to the appropriate Marsh colleague for further review
Occasionally, the Contract Risk Advisor is required to make a recommendation to the client to make updates to the policy to align with the contracts’ requirements.
Provide guidance to Certificate team on certificates issued in connection with client contract insurance requirements, where needed.