Paralegal

At AAA Western and Central New York, our Associates are committed to providing our members with a totally satisfying experience. Therefore, we seek Associates who are dedicated to this purpose, people who truly demonstrate compassion, empathy and unsurpassed service. These are the people that help us create a loyal membership base that strengthens our mission—to be our members’ most trusted provider of high quality automotive, travel, insurance and other relevant products and services that offer safety, security, peace of mind, value and convenience.

AAA Western and Central New York is regularly recognized as one of the best & healthiest places to work in the WNY & CNY area. In addition to a market competitive salary, Associates are eligible for a wide selection of benefits (dependent upon position) including:

• Medical, Dental, Life and AD&D Insurance
• Flexible work schedules
• Pre-Tax & Roth 401(k) plan with company match
• Health Spending Accounts with company contribution & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company Paid Short-term & Long-term disability
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement & company-paid training programs
• FREE AAA membership & travel / product discounts
• Paid Volunteer Time Off 

Job Responsibilities 

35%	Insurance Risk Management With oversight from General Counsel, maintain insurance documentation and ensure timely renewals and compliance with coverage requirements Serve as a liaison with insurance providers and brokers File and track insurance claims, as well as physical damage or workers’ compensation claims
30%	Corporate Governance & Legal Support Assist with regulatory and entity filings (including newly formed entities or mergers/acquisitions), and the maintenance of corporate policies and records Conduct legal research and summarize findings Support litigation and dispute resolution efforts Provide administrative support to the General Counsel and the Executive Administration Team as needed, including document management, and participation in AAA’s accreditation process
20%	Contract Management Assist with the drafting, review, and management of a wide range of commercial contracts, including NDAs, vendor agreements, and service contracts Maintain and update contract management system Track key obligations to ensure timely renewals or terminations
15%	Organizational Resiliency Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with risk mitigation strategies, including the Club’s privacy program Assist in the development and maintenance of resiliency plans, including crisis management and business continuity and disaster recovery plans, as well as vendor risk management strategies and processes

Job Specific Requirements

• Proficiency of Microsoft Office products and familiarity with contract lifecycle management tools and legal research platforms

• Strong understanding of corporate law, insurance processes, and risk management principles

• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with both internal and external stakeholders and partners

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines, with a strong attention to detail

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Physical Requirements  

• Ability to perform routine office tasks that includes operating a computer for long periods of time, sitting, filing and communicating on the phone
• Ability to perform all physical functions consistent with travel including sitting in airplanes and driving for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull a maximum of 30 lbs

Starting pay range: $60,160.00 - $80,000.00

Salary

• $60,160 - $80,000