Director of Compliance and Risk Management Position Available In St. Tammany, Louisiana

Director of Compliance and Risk Management
Job Details
Job Location
Corporate Headquarters – Covington, LA
General Company Information
At Gilsbar, our actions define us! With a rich history spanning over 60 years, we have dedicated ourselves to investing in our people and our business as a leading National Insurance provider. Our goal is to foster a collaborative work culture that empowers our employees to approach each client with proactive thinking, creativity, and foresight. We are driven by our passion to build enduring partnerships with both our employees and clients, ensuring mutual success and growth.
The top 3 reasons you should work at

Gilsbar:

Our commitment to work/life balance goes beyond just words – we invest in cutting-edge communication technology to empower our team members and ensure they have a positive balance between their work and personal life. At our company, we firmly believe that family always comes first. Your well-being matters to us, and we take it seriously. We understand the importance of taking care of your mental, physical, and financial health. That’s why we provide a range of resources to support our team members in leading healthier lives. From lunchtime yoga and meditation sessions to reimbursements for gym memberships and races, we go above and beyond to promote your overall wellness. Because when you’re at your best, you can achieve great things. Giving back is not just a value we preach; it’s something we practice. We genuinely care about our community, and our employee-led stewardship committee ensures that our actions align with our words. We encourage and incentivize our team members to actively participate in initiatives that make a difference in our community. Together, we strive to create a culture of generosity that permeates throughout our organization.
Job Description
At Gilsbar, we prioritize integrity and accountability above all else. As we expand and adapt, we are looking for a strategic and results-oriented Director of Compliance and Risk Management to spearhead our compliance efforts and reduce organizational risks.

Job Duties:

Serves as an essential member of the Senior Leadership team, collaborating with fellow organizational leaders to strategize, implement, and complete projects. Provides strategic legal counsel to support business operations and transactions across the organization.
Conducts comprehensive legal research and interprets existing and emerging laws to guide informed decision-making and mitigate risks.
Collaborates with internal departments on contractual and compliance matters, addressing legal concerns in diverse practice areas, including corporate law, contract law, insurance law, HIPPA, TCPA, PCI, ERISA, cybersecurity and GLBA compliance.
Monitors regulatory requirements and implements necessary changes to compliance processes, ensuring alignment with evolving industry-specific and jurisdictional laws.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor or Law degree from an accredited law school is required.
A minimum of 3 years of prior management/leadership experience.
Proficiency in legal research and oversight of Federal and State regulatory laws, along with Department of Insurance regulations, is preferred. Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking abilities.
Outstanding verbal presentation and written communication skills are needed to engage effectively at all levels of the organization.

Benefits:

Health, dental, and vision benefits, effective 30 days after hire date. Company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
401k with company matching.
Paid vacation, personal time, and paid holidays.
Gilsbar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This Job Description is a summary of the essential functions and tasks that will generally be expected of this position. Gilsbar reserves the right to change this Job Description without notice.