Paralegal - Legal Ops and Risk

Convergint•Hoffman Estates, IL

2d•$33 - $43•Remote

About The Position

Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results-driven and forward-thinking Paralegal and Risk Management professional to join our amazing culture. You are part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows. We have an incredibly talented and collaborative global Legal team that works hand in hand together to tackle the latest issues of the day. In this position, you will be supporting litigation, claims, insurance, and the legal operations of the Legal Department. For information about how we use your personal information, please see our Colleague & Applicant Privacy Notice, available on convergint.com/careers.

Requirements

Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Ability to work independently.
Must be able to manage a multitude of projects simultaneously.
Excellent judgment and discretion, especially regarding confidential and sensitive matters.
Solid research and analysis skills.
Proficient in SharePoint, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
College degree, trade school or equivalent experience
3-5 years paralegal or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

Paralegal certificate not required.

Responsibilities

Assists the Legal Department in all aspects including providing prompt responses to customers and colleagues, tracking and communicating litigation and other matters and maintaining organization and efficiency within the Legal Department.
Researches legal issues, case law, regulatory requirements, and insurance coverage matters to support litigation strategy, compliance initiatives, and risk management activities.
Prepares insurance applications, renewal materials, and supporting documentation by gathering underwriting data and coordinating with internal stakeholders and brokers.
Reviews contracts, incident reports, and related documentation to identify potential legal or insurance issues and escalate as appropriate.
Tracks legal requests to the Legal Department, insurance claims, litigation matters to ensure timely follow-up and resolution.
Communicates with internal teams and external partners to gather information necessary for claims handling, insurance renewals, and legal matters.
Drafts letters and prepares presentation materials to address legal matters and risk mediation controls.
Supports lawyers in the Legal Department through legal request intake review, invoice support, mailing letters, and opening mail, and other administrative duties.
Performs other duties as requested or required.