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Boyd CAT

Corporate Counsel & Risk Manager

Boyd CAT, Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201


DESCRIPTION:

A big reason why Boyd CAT has been able to thrive for over a combined 150 years is our people. Each day, our team strives to adhere to the core values of safety, enthusiasm, respect, velocity, integrity, commitment, and excellence that have sustained our company through the decades. Our focus is to hire the most qualified applicants, provide them with the tools and training they need to succeed, and support them throughout their careers.

The General Counsel position will advise the Executive team and other staff members regarding legal issues and matters that arise during business. This includes project, corporate, and merger and acquisition risks and advising throughout project pursuit and execution from contract negotiation to early identification and resolution of project risks. The General Counsel will address legal and risk matters for the Boyd companies.

REQUIREMENTS:

JD with KY Bar license in good standing

5 years of in-house corporate counsel experience

2 years of risk management experience. Insurance claim management experience preferred

Proven ability in planning, organizing, prioritizing and using independent judgment to complete all assignments

Highly self-directed; able to work independently, meet deadlines and implement objectives effectively

Excellent interpersonal skills, and written and verbal communication skills

Ability to lead a team and communicate effectively throughout all levels across an organization

High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Advise and counsel the Executive team and management on legal and business matters and risk issues

Act as liaison with outside counsel as well as client representatives, vendors, subcontractors, and governmental agencies

Assist in satisfying applicable compliance and regulatory requirements

Develop policies and procedures to mitigate risks for the Company and business projects

Evaluate the impact of existing and proposed regulations, court decisions, and law including any proposed changes in the law that might affect Company policies and operating procedures

Act as a liaison for legal matters with the Human Resources, Credit, Finance, Tax, and Operations teams and collaborate to create business continuity plans to limit risks

Review and advise on various contracts, leases, NDAs, and other corporate legal documents and make recommendations for modification, revision, and clarification of documents as needed

Maintain and update standard documents and agreements for Company-wide use

Have completed or be willing to complete KY Rule 403(b) requirements

Develop risk assessments involving business activities and operation functions to adequately analyze and manage potential risk issues

Manage the insurance relationship and processes, including claims management, on behalf of the Company

Design and implement an overall risk management process for the organization, which includes an analysis of the financial impact on the Company when risks occur

Semiannually review all insurance plans to determine effectiveness and relevance to ensure the plans are sufficient and cost-effective

Maintain records of insurance policies and claims

Oversee claims and loss control activities

Manage third-party insurance service providers, including brokers, insurers, claims administrators, and outside counsel

Attend and support insurance-related legal actions, as necessary

Prepare and maintain risk management and insurance budgets

Prepare and maintain the legal department budget

Project a positive image by interacting with fellow employees, customers, and management in a cooperative, supportive, and courteous manner; display a professional attitude; comply with company dress code

Contribute to a positive work environment and promote the vision, mission and values of the Boyd companies

Follow all work and safety rules, and procedures

Perform other duties as necessary and assigned

BENEFITS:

Full-Time W2 Employee with bonus potential

Full benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance

Wellness Program

Flexible, hybrid work environment

Paid time off

401(k) savings with Company Match

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