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Legal Risk Manager Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Global Risk Financing Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

An MBA in Risk Management or Business (Finance) is a plus. * 5+ years with increasing ... Coordinate internal partnerships with Treasury, Accounting, Tax, and Legal. Facilitate changes in ...

Global Risk Financing Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

An MBA in Risk Management or Business (Finance) is a plus. * 5+ years with increasing ... Coordinate internal partnerships with Treasury, Accounting, Tax, and Legal. Facilitate changes in ...

Program Manager, Cybersecurity Risk

Reston, VA · On-site

$110.10 - $176.90/hr

About the Role As a Program Manager on the Cybersecurity Risk team, you will be a hands‑on ... Partner with Legal, Procurement, Security, Privacy, and business owners to ensure third‑party ...

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DOT Risk Manager, TRC DOT

Arlington, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

FMCSA, FAA, etc.) to build subject matter expertise and improve program policies. - Support legal ... risk management solutions to enable business growth. The DOT Program team supports Amazon regulated ...

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How much do legal risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for legal risk manager in Virginia is $87,010.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,900.00 and $100,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a legal risk manager typically collaborate with other departments within an organization?

A Legal Risk Manager works closely with departments such as compliance, finance, operations, and human resources to identify and address potential legal risks. This collaboration often involves reviewing contracts, advising on regulatory requirements, and providing training to staff on risk mitigation. Regular meetings and cross-functional projects are common, ensuring that legal risks are integrated into broader business decisions and strategies. By maintaining open communication channels, Legal Risk Managers help foster a culture of compliance and proactive risk management throughout the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a legal risk manager, and why are they important?

To excel as a Legal Risk Manager, you need a solid understanding of legal frameworks, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance, often supported by a law degree or certifications such as Certified Risk Manager (CRM). Familiarity with risk management software, legal research tools, and compliance monitoring systems is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and persuasive communication are crucial soft skills for identifying risk and advising stakeholders. These competencies ensure that organizations can proactively manage legal exposure, maintain compliance, and support sound decision-making.

What is the difference between Legal Risk Manager vs Compliance Officer?

AspectLegal Risk ManagerCompliance Officer
Required CredentialsLaw degree, legal certifications, risk management certificationsLegal or regulatory certifications, compliance training
Work EnvironmentLegal departments, risk management teams, corporate officesRegulatory agencies, corporate compliance departments
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial, healthcare, corporate sectorsFinancial, healthcare, manufacturing, and other regulated industries
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding legal risk roles, legal expertise in risk managementEnsuring regulatory compliance, risk mitigation strategies

The Legal Risk Manager focuses on identifying and mitigating legal risks within an organization, often requiring legal qualifications and working closely with legal teams. The Compliance Officer primarily ensures that the company adheres to laws and regulations, often with compliance certifications. Both roles are vital in regulated industries and share overlapping skills, but their core focus differs: legal risk management versus regulatory compliance.

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Infographic showing various Legal Risk Manager job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,010 per year, or $41.8 per hour.

Manager, Clinical Risk (Hybrid role, RN Required)

Mary Washington Healthcare

Fredericksburg, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago


Mary Washington Healthcare rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

269th of 889 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.
Job Summary:
Clinical Risk Manager assists with clinical identification, risk evaluation and coordination of corrective action implementation relates to risk issues. Conducts investigations of risk and claim matters and provides investigation information to legal counsel. Interviews staff and physicians involved in potential medical malpractice litigation. Provides intervention and education related to risk management issues to promote safe work practices and quality care and services in an environment that is beneficial to the safety, health and well being of all patients, visitors and hospital staff. Reports real and potential risk situations to the Director, Risk Management. Provides education to providers, staff and administration. Acts as resource person to administrative team, department managers and medical staff.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
  • Conducts regular risk management surveys of hospital departments and other system owned facilities.
  • Reports information gathered from risk identification assessments to the appropriate managers for analysis and corrective action to eliminate or reduce risk.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of basic components of risk management, including root case analysis, potentially compensable events, loss control, risk investigation, reporting and claims management.
  • Reviews, evaluates and recommends action in risk related matters pertaining to patients visitors, Associates, students, physical plant and personal property.
  • Provides education to providers and staff on risk management practices including, but not limited to: risk identification, key elements of risk reduction, and education regarding proper documentation practices that present potential liability problems.
  • Performs medical record review for the purpose of identification of real or potential risk and the monitoring of documentation practices.
  • Assists in development and preparation of monthly, quarterly and yearly reports on risk incidents, claims and departmental activities.
  • Investigates potential liability situations in all MWHC Programs and Facilities identified through various risk identification sources including conducting in-depth interviews of staff involved in general and professional liability matters and provides reports to legal counsel to assist in preparation of defense.
  • Completes case summaries on all medical malpractice and general liability cases and provides to legal counsel, executive leadership and Claims Management Committee.
  • Coordinates the gathering of medical and other records involved in litigation and assists legal counsel as required.
  • Summarize risk management data for appropriate evaluation and risk trend analysis.
  • Advises staff, providers and/or committees regarding real and potential liability situations.
  • Consults other departments as appropriate to provide collaboration in patient care.
  • Interacts professionally with patient/family to increase patient/family satisfaction and/or diffuse potential litigious occurrences related to patient/family perception.
  • Maintains claims files and other documents/files associated with general and professional liability matters.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate and current documentation practices related to the risk management.
  • Assists in development of standards for the organization.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of current methodology and practices. Maintains awareness of changes in the regulations and requirements by accrediting bodies.
  • Serves as an on-call resource for staff and physicians on risk issues.
  • Participates in risk management and safety activities.
  • Ability to analyze complex clinical situations and deal with conflict and people who are upset. Provides a calming influence in difficult situations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • Valid RN License from Virginia or reciprocal compact state required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school required
  • Clinical experience within last 5 years preferred.
  • CPHRM certification preferred.
  • 3 or more years experience in risk management, patient safety or quality improvement in acute care setting
  • Thorough understanding of acute and non-acute care delivery systems, including home health care agencies and ambulatory care and psychiatric units.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills required.
  • Personal computer knowledge including, but not limited to, word processing program, spread sheet programs, electronic calendars, data management programs, graphic presentation programs, Internet communication software and software applications used to support risk management (e.g., flowing charting, etc).

MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.
Required
Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) sitting and use of arms and hands; occasional (0-33% of workday) standing, walking, bending, squatting; ability to lift, push, and pull up to 10 lbs.; auditory and visual skills.
Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.
Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Potential risk of exposure to chemicals.
"It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates."
Compensation Pay Range:
$37.56 - $56.34

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Join Mary Washington Healthcare, one of Virginia's fastest-growing healthcare systems and the region's premier healthcare provider. Our nursing jobs, allied health, and physician jobs promote growth through career advancement and support in an environment designed for success.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Fredericksburg, VA, US

Year founded

1899