Job Description

Come work with us! We are not your average law firm. At Stewart McKelvey, we think: forward in a typically traditional field to outperform the expectations of our clients - and our employees. Our team members are the force that drives our business toward a modern, diverse and innovative future. Our goal is not to replicate what we have, but to continue to invest in new talent who contribute their diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences. At Stewart McKelvey, you are welcome to bring your whole unique self to work. In return, we offer a culture that supports flexible work arrangements, mental and physical wellness and we provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. A few things we offer:

• A generous vacation allowance, as well as two "flex days" per year
• Top rate flexible health and dental plan effective your first day of employment
• Group Retirement Plan with employer contribution matching
• An annual wellness allowance, for a broad range of eligible expenses, such as fitness memberships and fees, fitness equipment, general health & wellness support, personal development courses, and home office expenses
• A "Dress for your Day" policy
• Assistance for continuing education
• Social events and staff retreats
• A positive and fun work environment where we value inclusion and mutual respect

If this sounds like a work environment you\'d thrive in, you might be a great fit for our team! We are currently seeking a Risk Analyst to join our team based in our Halifax, NS office. Type of Position: Full-Time, Permanent Close Date: Friday, May 5, 2023 The Opportunity: An integral member of our finance team, the Firm\'s Risk Analysts\' are responsible for providing support to the Firm\'s Risk Manager by way of researching, analyzing, summarizing data, developing processes, and tracking / facilitating implementation for various risk management initiatives. In particular, the successful candidate will be responsible for collecting data from multiple sources to provide comprehensive assessment for various risk-related projects, as well as researching and analyzing data to better understand project related risks and opportunities. Based on this information, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing systems and processes, facilitating & tracking implementation of risk-related projects, and monitoring effectiveness of implemented risk mitigation strategies. Additional responsibilities will include facilitating the policy management program, supporting the privacy management framework, assisting in incident response planning, supporting the insurance and claims management efforts, facilitating client service agreements & client attestations review / tracking, as well as other duties as assigned in support of the Firm\'s Risk Management and Resiliency Strategy. If you are a risk management professional with businesses continuity and incident response experience, along with strong research abilities, we want to hear from you! Canadian Risk Management (CRM) designation and experience in the risk-field within a similar business environment would be considered an asset. Our Focus on Inclusion: We believe that diversity and inclusion not only enhances the delivery of legal services to our clients, but contributes to a better workplace for our staff through the respected and valued input of diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences. It is our mission to promote diversity and inclusion throughout the firm, to support the diversity initiatives of our clients, and to encourage greater inclusion in our communities through sponsorships and support. Stewart McKelvey is committed to providing an inclusive workplace. During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process, such as an interview or testing, and who require accommodation should discuss their needs with the Recruiter. Interested Candidates: Please Note: We require that all members of the Stewart McKelvey team be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. For security purposes, applicants are asked to submit their resume, cover letter and any other accompanying application documents in PDF format. Interested candidates can apply through this job posting. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon a satisfactory background check. Stewart McKelvey is committed to providing an inclusive workplace. During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process, such as an interview or testing, and who require accommodation should discuss their needs with the Recruiter. No agencies please.