Legal & Risk Manager

Corporate Office•San Diego, CA

3d•$95,000 - $111,000

About The Position

Imagine joining an innovative company where every initiative is guided by integrity, accountability, and a commitment to creating meaningful impact for our residents and communities. As our Legal and Risk Manager, you will play a critical role in safeguarding the company’s values and vision, advising on legal matters, navigating complex risks, and ensuring compliance across all facets of our operations. Your journey begins here, as a trusted advisor and strategic partner, contributing directly to the sustainable growth and long-term success of our organization.

Requirements

Paralegal/Legal/Insurance Experience: 5+ years highly preferred.
Successful delivery as a Legal and/or Risk Manager.
Education: Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate, Non-practicing Juris Doctorate (J.D.) welcomed
Communication Skills: High proficiency in de-escalation techniques
Analytical & Action Oriented Personality: Ability to make sound decisions while maintaining alignment with the Company values, goals, and objectives.
Self-Directed/Self-Reliant: Demonstrates initiative and independence in managing tasks and achieving goals.
Goal-Oriented Mindset: Drive toward accomplishing high quality work aligned with business goals.
Managing Multiple Priorities : Efficiently manages numerous projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

Provides key support and advice to the residential property management team to help resolve disputes and/or litigation in a manner aligned with Company values and in support of its business goals and objectives.
Responsible for providing support in managing, reviewing, and procuring insurance for the Company.
Leads all aspects of insurance claims administration, including timely submitting claims, ensuring claims are handled in a manner aligned with Company values, tracking all claims, and leading interactions with insurance providers, brokers, and third-party claims administrators.
Collaborate with General Counsel, VP of Risk Management, and CFO on claim strategies.
Provides oversight and support to corporate and business teams to address matters of compliance and disclosure.
Reviews new laws impacting our businesses and works cross functionally with appropriate business leaders to ensure timely compliance.
Prepares annual legislative update for review by the Chief Executive Officer and presentation to the Executive Team.
Assists, creates, and provides training on various topics, including unlawful detainers and insurance.
Performs special projects as assigned and demonstrates leadership ability on a wide range of topics.