Senior Advisor | Staff Attorney

Join us! Verisk is excited to add a Staff Attorney to our Law Department in Jersey City, NJ.

Verisk promotes a culture of inclusivity, supports employee well-being, and fosters a sense of community.

This is a hybrid work schedule position with excellent benefits, paid time off, and growth potential!

This position requires working three days in the office at either Verisk's Jersey City (HQ) location or affiliated offices in Lehi, UT or Boston, MA location

Reporting to the Senior Managing Counsel, this role provides advice on legal issues and exposure to product owners, data scientists, sales, operations and executives.

As Staff Attorney, you'll draft, revise, review and negotiate commercial contracts and liaison with internal business stakeholders on a variety of commercial issues (e.g.

contract interpretation, compliance) to help resolve issues.

The successful candidate will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts as well as completing other ad hoc projects as assigned.Qualifications

JD degree from an accredited law school.

Licensed and admitted to the bar in the state in which you will practice.

2-5 years legal experience in a law firm or corporate legal department with commercial contracts transaction experience and able to independently draft, revise, and negotiate customer and vendor contracts, with minimum supervision.

Strong analytical skills and able to interpret contractual terms and communicate them clearly to internal stakeholders.

Good interpersonal skills, team-oriented, and able to work collaboratively with other members of the legal and contracts team and BU stakeholders

Strong work ethic and must be able to independently manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

Detail oriented and organized

Proficient knowledge of data privacy laws, corporate/commercial law in the United States.

Experience and knowledge of the insurance industry, insurance underwriting, coverage, claims and or litigation a plus.

Possess a creative, problem-solving mindset.

A keen business sense, the skills to find creative solutions to legal issues, and the ability to effectively balance legal risks against business interests.

Desire and ability to interact effectively with a variety of personalities across diverse internal groups, teams, divisions, and cultures.

About Us
For over 50 years, Verisk has been the leading data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry by delivering value to our clients through expertise and scale.

We empower communities and businesses to make better decisions on risk, faster.

At Verisk, you'll have the chance to use your voice and build a rewarding career that's as unique as you are, with work flexibility and the support, coaching, and training you need to succeed.

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